Acer caesium


Botanical Information

FamilySapindaceae (Aceraceae)
GenusAcer
Speciescaesium
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginChina, India, Nepal and Pakistan.
Ethnobotanical Uses
Disclaimer
The juice from the bark is used in Napal to treat boils, pimples and swollen muscles.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5 - 9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone4a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-26) - (-1)
Temperature (°F)(-15) - 30
Height15-25 m
Flowering PeriodApril

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. It is listed as near threatened in China.
PropagationSow ripe seed in a cold frame, germination will occur the following spring. Pre-soak for 24 hours then stratify for 2-4 months at 1-8°C. When large enough prick and place into individual ports until they are 20 cm or higher, then plant in permanent positions. Cuttings should be taken from young shoots in June or July. Cuttings should have 2-3 pairs of leaves and on pair of buds at its base.
CultivationMoist, well drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
HabitatAlpine forests at an altitude of 2,000-3,700 m.
Bark/Stem DescriptionGrey bark with glabrous branchlets.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionOvoid.
Leaf DescriptionThin, 5 triangular leaves, 7-9 pairs of lateral veins and a cordate base, 11-21 x 11-14 cm.
Flower Description5 petaled white flowers with 5 yellowish-green sepals and 8 stamens.
Fruit DescriptionYellow fruit, convex winged nutlets, 4-5.5 cm, produced in September.

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