Acer heptaphlebium


Botanical Information

FamilySapindaceae (Aceraceae)
GenusAcer
Speciesheptaphlebium
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginVietnam.

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis small tree or large shrub has been placed on the IUCN Red List as globally threatened.
Bark/Stem DescriptionGreyish-green bark. Stems greyish-green in their youth maturing to an olive colour with a slight striping.
Leaf DescriptionShiny dark green leaves with a paler underside, turning yellow in autumn, with 7-lobes. Younger leaves have a reddish hue.
Fruit DescriptionFirm round nutles. Brown samaras, 3 cm in length.

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