Paperbark maple

Paperbark maple (Acer griseum)

Paperbark maple, also known as Paperbark Maple, Chinese Paperbark Maple

The paperbark maple is renowned for its distinctive, cinnamon-hued bark that peels away in thin, curling layers. This unique feature not only gives the tree its name but also enhances garden aesthetics during the winter months. Native to China, this ornamental tree has also earned an Award of Garden Merit.

Key Facts About Paperbark maple

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Attributes of Paperbark maple

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
6 m to 9 m
Spread
5 m to 6 m
Leaf Color
Green Red Orange
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Green

Scientific Classification of Paperbark maple

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Sapindales
Family
Soapberry
Genus
Maples
Species
Paperbark maple