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 Native Plant Database

Acer rubrum var. rubrum L.


Red maple

Aceraceae (Maple Family)



Same characteristics as species Acer rubrum but with completely smooth leaves or leaves with hairs only along the veins on the underside.


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Plant Characteristics

Duration: Perennial
Habit: Tree
Autumn Foliage: yes
Flower:
Fruit:
Size Class: 36-72 ft.

Bloom Information

Bloom Color: Red
Bloom Time: May

Distribution

USA: AL , AR , CT , DE , GA , IL , IN , IA , KY , LA , ME , MD , MA , MI , MN , MS , MO , NH , NJ , NY , NC , OH , OK , PA , RI , SC , TN , TX , VT , VA , WV , WI , DC
Canada: NB , PE
Native Habitat: Woodland
USDA Native Status: L48(N), CAN(N)

Growing Conditions

Light Requirement: Sun , Part Shade , Shade
Soil Moisture: Wet , Moist

Benefit

Conspicuous Flowers: yes
Attracts: Birds

Last Update: 2009-11-26