
Amur Maple - Acer tataricum Subsp. ginnala Soapberry Family (Sapindaceae)
Amur maple is a deciduous small tree or large shrub in the Sapindaceae (soapberry) family native to Asia that prefers cool summer climates and is one of the hardier maples.1
The leaves have a distinctive 3-lobed pattern with the central lobe being elongated. Fall color is red to orange.1
Birds and butterflies are attracted to this tree.1
Amur maple leaves are 2″-4″ long with three or five lobes with toothed margins.2
References:
- Acer tataricum subsp. Ginnala. North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox. https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/acer-tataricum-subspginnala/. No Publication Date. Accessed December 04, 2023.
- 32 Maple Trees: Types, Leaves, Bark – Identification Guide (Pictures). Leafyplace. https://leafyplace.com/maple-trees/. No Publication Date. Accessed December 04, 2023.
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- https://extension.umn.edu/sites/extension.umn.edu/files/amurmaple-125.jpg
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