Acer robustum (Robustum Chinese Maple)


Botanical Information

FamilySapindaceae (Aceraceae)
GenusAcer
Speciesrobustum
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginChina.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6 - 9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone5a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-21) - (-1)
Temperature (°F)(-5) - 30
Height6-9 m

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern.
Bark/Stem DescriptionBrown to purplish-brown branchlets.
Leaf DescriptionShinny green lives with 7-9 ovate lobes and a cordate base, 7-10 cm in diameter.
Flower DescriptionDeep red flowers.
Fruit DescriptionSamaras, 6 cm in length.

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