Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala 'Flame'
Flame Amur Maple

Previously known as:  Acer ginnala 'Flame'
 Plant Type:
 Growth Forms:
 Hardiness:
 Deciduous / Evergreen:
 Flower Notes:
Yellow (Fragrant but inconspicuous pale yellow flowers in the spring)
 Foliage Notes:
Green (Interesting green foliage in summer); Red (Fiery red fall color)
 Fruit Notes:
Red (Samaras; hang on late into fall)
 Ultimate Height:
15-20 feet
 Ultimate Spread:
15-20 feet
 Bloom Times:
 Fruiting Times:
 Soil Notes:
Quite adaptable to different soil types and pH levels, but prefers moist, well-drained soil
 Range:
Cultivated origin
 Maintenance:
 Diagnostic Characteristics:
Leaves opposite, simple, 1.5-3" long, 3-lobed, with a long central lobe that resembles a dagger. Samara wings nearly parallel.
 Ecological Functions:

Additional Information

Extremely hardy small tree with interesting foliage (elongated center lobe) and colorful fruits. 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.

When Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala 'Flame' has been observed flowering or fruiting at Purdue University

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9 Acer tataricum ssp. ginnala 'Flame' found

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Number Accession ID Location
1ORIG_9078*AMRGN
22018_00794*AMATH
32018_00794*BMATH
42023_00614*CSLAYTER
52024_00160*AMCUT
62024_00160*BMCUT
72024_00160*CMCUT
82024_00160*DMCUT
92024_00160*EMCUT

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