Acer barbatum (Florida Maple, Southern Sugar Maple)
Botanical Information
| Family | Sapindaceae (Aceraceae) |
| Genus | Acer |
| Species | barbatum |
| Synonyms | Acer saccharum ssp. floridanum, Acer nigrum ssp. floridanum, Acer floridanum |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous) |
| Origin | United States of America. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 6 - 9 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 5a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 - H3 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | (-26) - (-1) |
| Temperature (°F) | (-5) - 30 |
| Height | 12-15 m |
| Spread | 6-7.5 m |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
| Shape | Oval. |
| Landscape | Suitable as a shade tree. |
| Cultivation | Tolerant of most soil types, moist, well drained soil in full sun. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves turn a beautiful yellow-organge to vibrant red colour in autumn. |
| Texture Description | Medium. |