Acer glabrum var. douglasii (Douglas Maple)
Botanical Information
Family | Sapindaceae (Aceraceae) |
Genus | Acer |
Species | glabrum |
Variety | douglasii |
Category | Woody |
Type | Tree (deciduous), Shrub (deciduous) |
Origin | Canada and United States of America. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 - 7 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2a - 7a |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 - H5 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | (-32) - (-12) |
Temperature (°F) | (-25) - 10 |
Height | 10 m |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
Landscape | Mixed borders or as an attractive specimen. |
Habitat | Mountain slopes and canyons in forests. |
Leaf Description | Shinny bright green leaves, opposite, 3-5 lobes, double toothed, with a heart shaped base, leaves turn a vibrant yellow, orange and red in autumn. |
Flower Description | Bright green flowers, 5 mm in diameter. |