Synonyms
Acer tschonoskii var. rubripes
Trees Shrubs
A small, deciduous snake bark maple about 6m tall, with smooth green bark patterned with vertical stripes, and red stems fading to light tan when mature. Large leaves on reddish leaf stalks, are bright green above, paler beneath, with 5 to 7 deep lobes, turning fiery orange-red in autumn; clusters of small yellow spring flowers with the young leaves followed by pale brown winged fruits in autumn
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types
Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
4-8 metres
Max Spread
2.5-4 metres