
Silver maple (Acer saccharinum)
Silver maple, also known as Water maple, White maple
Silver maple (Acer saccharinum) is a prevalent deciduous tree in the eastern United States and southeastern Canada. It typically reaches heights of 15 to 25 meters and is noted for its rapid growth and preference for sunny locations. The leaves are distinguished by their deep, angular notches between the five lobes, more pronounced than those of many other maples. Commonly referred to as 'Water maple,' it thrives in wet environments such as riverbanks and floodplain areas.
Key Facts About Silver maple
Attributes of Silver maple
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
15 m to 30 m
Spread
11 m to 15 m
Leaf Color
Green Yellow Red Gray Silver
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Green Red
Scientific Classification of Silver maple
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Maples, mangos, mahogany, citrus, and allies
Family
Soapberry
Genus
Maples
Species
Silver maple