Acer japonicum 'Rising Sun'
Rising Sun Fullmoon Maple

Acer japonicum ‘Rising Sun’ - Habit
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 Deciduous / Evergreen:
 Foliage Notes:
Large vibrant leaves with captivating red-orange full color
 Stem Notes:
Light grayish brown
 Fruit Notes:
Winged samaras ranging from horizontal to forming an obtuse angle
 Ultimate Height:
10'-20' feet
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 Range:
Japan, Kuril Islands
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 Purdue Plant Doctor
Parts and Problems of Maple, Box Elder
  Special Characteristics:
  • Fall Color 240
  • Patio Tree 129
  • Specimen 630

    • Additional Information

    This large-leaf maple provides a stunning fall-color around September to October with hints of orange, red and yellow earning it's cultivar name 'Rising Sun'.

    Other plants like this Acer japonicum 'Rising Sun' (Rising Sun Fullmoon Maple)

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