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Maple Tree Species

Hawthorne Maple (Crataegus cultivar) flaunts alluring foliage, shifting from green to autumnal oranges and reds. Its edible hawthorn berries hold antioxidants, benefiting heart health. Compact, reaching 20-30 feet, it thrives in sun/shade and well-drained soil, gracing landscapes with beauty and low upkeep.
Acer crataegifolium
North America, Europe, Asia
20 to 40 feet
Partial sun to full sun.
The Redvein maple (Acer rubrum ‘Redvein’), native to North America, features red-veined leaves that shift from green to vibrant autumn hues. Growing 40-60 feet tall with an oval crown, it thrives in various soils, tolerates sun or partial shade, and serves as an ornamental shade or street tree, attracting wildlife. Aesthetic and ecological, it adds beauty and benefits to landscapes.
Acer rufinerve
Canada, Japan
15 to 25 feet.
Partial to full sun.
Komine maple is a variety of maple tree known for its brilliant red autumn foliage, native to Japan. It is often used in landscaping and is popular for its vibrant colors.
Acer micranthum
Japan
50 to 75 feet
Partial to full sun.
The Florida maple (Acer barbatum), a deciduous tree native to the southeastern US, including Florida, thrives in hot, humid climates. With a rounded crown and spreading branches, it tolerates diverse soils and is often found near wetlands. Palmately lobed leaves turn vibrant shades in fall. It produces inconspicuous flowers and winged samaras, attracting birds and pollinators. While less common than other maples, it enhances residential and park landscapes, offering shade and natural beauty.
Acer floridanum
Eastern United States, southeastern Canada
20 to 30 feet
Full sun
The Japanese Nikko maple (Acer nikoense) is a small deciduous tree with delicate fern-like leaves, vibrant autumn colors, and ornamental use. Its lobed leaves shift from bright to dark green, then display yellow, orange, and red in fall. It produces inconspicuous spring flowers and winged samara seeds. Ideal for gardens and parks, it thrives in well-drained soil with full to partial sun.
Acer maximowiczianum
North America, Europe, Asia
20 to 60 feet
Partial sun to full sun
Candle Shape Maple is a cultivar of Japanese maple known for its unique, elongated leaves that resemble tapering candles, hence the name. It is prized for its distinctive and ornamental appearance in landscaping.
Acer caudatum
Canada, United States
50 to 80 feet
Partial to full sun
Red Maple (Acer rubrum) is a deciduous tree native to North America. It is known for its vibrant red foliage in autumn and its ability to adapt to various soil types. It is commonly used in landscaping and is an important source of food for wildlife.
Acer rubrum
Canada, United States
40 to 60 feet
Partial to full sun
The Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum) is a deciduous tree native to North America. Known for its vibrant fall foliage, it is prized for its sap, which is used to make maple syrup. It can reach heights of up to 100 feet and is a popular choice for landscaping due to its beauty and shade-providing capabilities.
Acer saccharum
Canada, United States
60 to 75 feet
Partial to full sun
The Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum) is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to North America. It is known for its distinctive silver undersides of leaves, which turn vibrant yellow in autumn. The tree is commonly planted for shade and ornamental purposes, but its weak wood makes it susceptible to storm damage.
Acer saccharinum
North America, including the United States and Canada.
50 to 80 feet
Partial to full sun
The Norway Maple (Acer platanoides) is a deciduous tree native to Europe. It is known for its distinctive five-lobed leaves and yellow flowers. Widely planted as an ornamental tree, it has become invasive in some regions. It thrives in various soil types and is tolerant of urban conditions.
Acer platanoides
Europe, western Asia, Caucasus region
40 to 50 feet
Partial to full sun
The Paperbark Maple (Acer griseum) is a small deciduous tree native to China. It is known for its stunning cinnamon-colored peeling bark, which adds visual interest year-round. With its attractive foliage and compact size, it is a popular choice for gardens and landscapes.
Acer griseum
China, Japan, Korea
20 to 30 feet
Partial to full sun
Coral Bark Maple, also known as Acer palmatum ‘Sango Kaku’, is a deciduous tree native to Japan. It is renowned for its striking coral-red bark, especially during winter. This small to medium-sized tree features lobed leaves that turn golden-yellow in autumn. It is a popular choice for ornamental gardens due to its vibrant bark color.
Acer palmatum ‘Sango Kaku’
Japan, Korea, China, Mongolia
20 to 25 feet
Partial to full sun
Hedge Maple (Acer campestre) is a deciduous tree native to Europe and Western Asia. It is commonly used as a hedging plant due to its dense growth and tolerance to pruning. The tree has lobed leaves, small yellow flowers, and produces winged seeds. It is valued for its ornamental qualities and ability to withstand urban conditions.
Acer campestre
North America, Europe, Asia
25 to 40 feet
Partial to full sun
Three-flowered Maple, scientifically known as Acer triflorum, is a deciduous tree native to China. It is characterized by its stunning orange-red fall foliage and exfoliating bark, which adds visual interest to landscapes. This medium-sized tree is popular for its three-flowered clusters of yellow-green flowers and winged samaras.
Acer triflorum
North America, Asia
20 to 30 feet
Partial to full sun
Snakebark Maple, scientifically known as Acer capillipes, is a deciduous tree native to Japan. It features distinctive green and white striped bark, hence the name. With serrated leaves and red flowers, it is a popular ornamental tree in gardens and parks.
Acer sect. Macrantha
North America, Asia, Europe
20 to 30 feet
Partial to full sun
Japanese Maple, scientifically known as Acer palmatum, is a deciduous tree native to Japan, Korea, and China. Renowned for its stunning foliage, it has delicate, palm-shaped leaves that turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow in autumn. This popular ornamental tree is widely cultivated for its aesthetic appeal in gardens worldwide.
Acer palmatum
Japan, Korea, China, Mongolia, Russia
15 to 25 feet
Partial shade to full sun
Hornbeam Maple, also known as Acer carpinifolium, is a deciduous tree native to Japan. It features distinctive hornbeam-like leaves and produces small, inconspicuous flowers. This tree is valued for its ornamental qualities and is commonly used in landscaping.
Acer carpinifolium
Japan
30 to 50 feet
Partial to full sun
The Box elder tree (Acer negundo) is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to North America. It is known for its distinctive compound leaves, greenish-yellow flowers, and winged seeds. It is often planted for its shade and tolerance to various soil conditions.
Acer negundo
North America, including Canada and the United States
30 to 50 feet
Full sun to partial shade
The Crimson King Maple is a large deciduous tree known for its striking deep purple foliage. Native to Europe, it is widely cultivated for its ornamental value and used in landscaping. It can reach heights of up to 50 feet and is favored for its vibrant autumn colors.
Acer platanoides ‘Crimson King’
North America, Europe, Southwest Asia
40 to 50 feet
Full sun to partial shade
Amur Maple (Acer ginnala) is a small deciduous tree native to East Asia. It features vibrant red fall foliage and clusters of small red fruits. It is commonly used as an ornamental tree due to its compact size and adaptability to various soil conditions.
Acer ginnala
China, Japan, Korea, Mongolia, Russia
15 to 20 feet
Partial to full sun
Big Leaf Maple (Acer macrophyllum) is a species of maple tree native to the western regions of North America. Known for its large, broad leaves and impressive size, it is valued for its timber, syrup production, and as a shade tree.
Acer macrophyllum
Pacific Northwest, California, British Columbia
50 to 100 feet
Full sun to partial shade
Trident Maple (Acer buergerianum) is a deciduous tree native to East Asia. It is known for its distinctive three-lobed leaves and attractive bark. Popular as a bonsai tree, it is also planted for its ornamental value in gardens and parks.
Acer buergerianum
China, Japan, Korea
20 to 30 feet
Partial to full sun
Mountain Maple (Acer spicatum) is a deciduous tree native to North America. It grows up to 30 feet tall and is known for its vibrant fall foliage. The tree produces small, winged seeds and is commonly found in mountainous regions, where it thrives in moist, well-drained soils.
Acer spicatum
Eastern North America, from Newfoundland to Minnesota, south to Georgia and Alabama.
20 to 40 feet
Partial to full sun
The native Eastern North American Black Maple (Acer saccharum subsp. nigrum) stands out with dark bark and distinctive blackish leaves, thriving in shade. While producing sap for syrup, it’s less tapped than sugar maple. Treasured for furniture and flooring, it’s favored in landscaping for adaptability and attractive look.
Acer nigrum
Eastern North America, from Minnesota and southern Ontario east to Maine, and south to Georgia and Texas.
50 to 80 feet
Partial to full sun
Vine Maple (Acer circinatum) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to western North America. It has distinctive vine-like branches and vibrant red fall foliage. It thrives in moist, shady environments and is often used in landscaping for its ornamental value.
Acer circinatum
Pacific Northwest, Alaska, British Columbia
10 to 25 feet
Partial shade to full sun
Striped Maple, also known as Moosewood or Moose Maple, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America. It is characterized by its distinctive green and white striped bark, which peels off in thin strips. The tree grows up to 30 feet tall and produces small yellow flowers in spring. Its leaves turn vibrant shades of yellow and red in the fall. Striped Maple is often found in moist, shaded areas and is valued for its ornamental appeal.
Acer pensylvanicum
Eastern North America
20 to 40 feet
Partial to full shade
Field Maple (Acer campestre) is a deciduous tree native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is known for its compact size, rounded crown, and distinctive lobed leaves. The tree is often used in landscaping due to its tolerance to various soil conditions and its attractive yellow autumn foliage.
Acer campestre
Europe, western Asia, North Africa
30 to 50 feet
Partial to full sun
The Sycamore Maple (Acer pseudoplatanus) is a deciduous tree native to Europe. It has distinctive palmate leaves, yellow flowers, and winged seeds. It is commonly planted as an ornamental tree and its wood is used for furniture and musical instruments.
Acer pseudoplatanus
North America, Europe, Western Asia
60 to 100 feet
Partial to full sun
Tatarian Maple, scientifically known as Acer tataricum, is a deciduous tree native to Asia and Europe. It features lobed leaves, small yellow flowers, and winged seeds. This medium-sized tree is valued for its ornamental qualities and ability to withstand harsh conditions.
Acer tataricum
China, Japan, Mongolia, Korea, Russia
20 to 30 feet
Full sun to partial shade
The Korean Maple (Acer pseudosieboldianum) is a small deciduous tree native to Korea and parts of China. It is known for its attractive foliage, which turns vibrant shades of red and orange in the fall. It is commonly cultivated as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks.
Acer pseudosieboldianum
Korean Peninsula, Manchuria, Japan
15 to 25 feet
Partial shade to full sun
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer glabrum) is a deciduous tree native to western North America. It grows up to 30 feet tall and has distinctive three-lobed leaves. It thrives in mountainous regions and is known for its vibrant fall foliage. The tree also produces small, winged seeds called samaras.
Acer glabrum
Rocky Mountains, Pacific Northwest, Western United States
20 to 30 feet
Partial to full sun

" A solitary maple on a woodside flames in single scarlet, recalls nothing so much as the daughter of a noble house dressed for a fancy ball, with the whole family gathered around to admire her before she goes. "

Henry James

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