| ID Characteristic | The pith of twigs is white and the smell of a broken twig produces a strong acrid smell. The bud scales are coated with silky white hairs. |
| Shape | The tree is symmetrical and round but branches grow irregularly, while trying to brace the uneven crown. |
| Cultivation | The Variegated Boxelder adapts well to poor, wet or dry soils and cold climates. They are able to tolerate soil pH's ranging from low acidic to high alkaline conditions. It can grow in full sun areas to partial shade. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are marbled light green and cream flushed rose-pink when young, although they tend to revert to bright green with age. |
| Flower Description | Flowers are yellow-green. |
| Fruit Description | A thick nutlet. |
