Acer morifolium (Mulberry Leaf Maple)
Botanical Information
| Family | Sapindaceae (Aceraceae) |
| Genus | Acer |
| Species | morifolium |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous) |
| Origin | Japan. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 6 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 5a - 6a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | (-23) - (-18) |
| Temperature (°F) | (-10) - 0 |
| Height | 3 m |
| Spread | 2 m |
| Growth | Medium |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
| Notable Specimens | Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England. |
| Habitat | Yakushima Island. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Green bark with white stripes. |
| Leaf Description | Ovate-cordate, veined on the underside. |
| Flower Description | Racemes of clustered yellowish-white flowers. |
| Fruit Description | Small winged nutlets. 1.5-2 cm. |
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