Acer davidii subsp. grosseri (David Maple or Snake Bark Maple)


Botanical Information

FamilySapindaceae (Aceraceae)
GenusAcer
Speciesdavidii
Subspeciesgrosseri
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginChina, Myanmar.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5 - 7
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone3a - 6b
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH6 - H7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-29 - (-15)
Temperature (°F)-20 - 5
Height9 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodApril, May

Description and Growing Information

Notable SpecimensWestonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England.
Bark/Stem DescriptionBark is grey-green and striped white. Branches are grey-green.
Leaf DescriptionLeaves grow to 7 cm, with 3 lobes (although occasionally unlobed), glossy green above with light brown pubescence beneath.
Flower DescriptionFlowers are pale yellow.
Fruit DescriptionFlat nutlet.

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