Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala
Amur Maple

Previously known as: Acer ginnala

Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala - Overall Habit

Family:

Sapindaceae (Soapberry Family) 83

Genus:

Acer (Maple, Boxelder) 71

Plant Type:

Tree 559

Growth Forms:

Upright 537

Hardiness:

USDA Zone 3 221

Deciduous / Evergreen:

Deciduous 794

Flower Notes:

Yellow (Fragrant but inconspicuous pale-yellow flowers in spring)

Foliage Notes:

Green (Interesting green foliage in summer); Red (Scarlet fall foliage)

Fruit Notes:

Red (Reddish samaras)

Ultimate Height:

15-18 feet

Ultimate Spread:

15-20 feet

Light Requirements:

Soil Notes:

Quite adaptable to different soil types and pH levels, but prefers moist, well-drained soil

Range:

Central and Northern China, Manchuria, Japan

Diagnostic Characteristics:

Leaves opposite, simple, 1.5-3" long, 3-lobed, with a long central lobe that resembles a dagger. Samara wings nearly parallel. Species Acer tataricum leaves are 2-4" and usually unlobed (except on vigorous shoots whose leaves may resemble Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala).

Special Characteristics:

Additional Information

Extremely hardy small tree with interesting foliage (elongated center lobe) and colorful fruits (on some trees). Widely adapted and trouble-free. Prefers sun but tolerates some shade. Good for growth in large planters. Among first trees to leaf out. Withstands heavy pruning. Can be damaged by ice stroms. Verticillium susceptible, but rare.