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Acer shirasawanum


Full Moon Maple




Origin:  Japan.
            Mike's Opinion

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One of the more exotic hardy Acers, this is a fantastic species that adds bright colour and dazzling texture to the landscape.



Michael Pascoe, NDP., ODH., CLT., MSc. (Plant Conservation)

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Family
Sapindaceae
Genus
Acer
Species
shirasawanum
Category
Woody
Type
Tree (deciduous)
Pronunciation
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 7
Canadian Hardiness Zone
4a - 6b
RHS Hardiness Zone
H6 - H7
Temperature (°C)
-29 - (-9)
Temperature (°F)
-20 - 5
Height
3 - 10 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
April
General Description
This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern.
Shape
Small tree.
Growth
Slow
Flower/Leaf Bud Description
Bud scales are 4-paired.
Leaf Description
Leaves grow up to 6 x 6 cm, with 11-13 biserrate lobes, turning red in autumn.
Flower Description
White to pale-yellow flowers.
Fruit Description
Fruit is glabrous, wings are nearly-horizontal to 2 cm, slightly upturned. Nutlets are small, convex, and strongly veined.
Notable Specimens
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England.
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