Acer palmatum, a
deciduous tree standing, growing to approximately 15m in height, a
cross-section of 50-60cm in diameter, with barks green and smooth
when young and turning light gray-brown later. Leaves are opposite,
the blades measuring 4-7cm in diameter, palmately cleft in 5-9, the
lobes are lanceolate, tips pointed, bases are shallow-heart-shaped
or truncate, with margins with double serrations. Flowers are
monoecious; male flowers and females mingle in the same
inflorescences. Bloom time: April-May. |