Acer shirasawanum (Full Moon Maple)
Michael's Opinion
One of the more exotic hardy Acers, this is a fantastic species that adds bright colour and dazzling texture to the landscape.
Botanical Information
| Family | Sapindaceae |
| Genus | Acer |
| Species | shirasawanum |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous) |
| Origin | Japan. |
| Pronunciation |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 - 7 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4a - 6b |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H6 - H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -29 - (-9) |
| Temperature (°F) | -20 - 5 |
| Height | 3 - 10 m |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | April |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
| Shape | Small tree. |
| Notable Specimens | Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England. |
| Flower/Leaf Bud Description | Bud scales are 4-paired. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves grow up to 6 x 6 cm, with 11-13 biserrate lobes, turning red in autumn. |
| Flower Description | White to pale-yellow flowers. |
| Fruit Description | Fruit is glabrous, wings are nearly-horizontal to 2 cm, slightly upturned. Nutlets are small, convex, and strongly veined. |
Photographs
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Acer shirasawanum 'Aureum'.
Acer shirasawanum 'Autumn Moon'.
Acer shirasawanum 'Golden'.
Acer shirasawanum 'Ogurayama'.