Acer linganense


Botanical Information

FamilySapindaceae (Aceraceae)
GenusAcer
Specieslinganense
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginAnhui and Zhejiang, China.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height5-7 m
Flowering PeriodApril, May

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as globally threatened.
HabitatMixed forests at an altitude of 600-1,300 m.
Bark/Stem DescriptionBlackish-grey bark with branchlets greenish-grey covered in a white wax when young.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionOvoid.
Leaf DescriptionThin, glabrous with a cordate base and 7-9 ovate-oblong lobes, 5-6 cm in diameter.
Flower DescriptionYellowish-white 5 petaled flowers with 5 purple sepals and 8 stamens.
Fruit DescriptionYellowish-white fruit produced in September. Convex, winged nutlets, 2-2.4 cm x 6-8 mm.

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