Japanese maple (Acer palmatum)
Japanese maple, also known as Palmate maple
The Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) is a woody plant native to East Asia, known for its distinctive hand-shaped leaves with five-pointed lobes. It has been cultivated in Japan for centuries, particularly for bonsai. Additionally, its branches and leaves are utilized in traditional Chinese medicine.
Key Facts About Japanese maple
Attributes of Japanese maple
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Plant Height
4 m to 15 m
Spread
6 m
Leaf Color
Green Red Orange Yellow Variegated Gold Purple Brown
Flower Size
6 mm to 8 mm
Flower Color
Red Purple
Scientific Classification of Japanese maple
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Maples, mangos, mahogany, citrus, and allies
Family
Soapberry
Genus
Maples
Species
Japanese maple