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Deciduous Trees · MCH exam plant
Red Maple
Acer rubrum
AY-ser ROO-brum
Native to New England
Tree
Key ID features
Red fall color, opposite branching, red flowers in early spring, smooth gray bark when young
| Botanical name | Acer rubrum |
|---|---|
| Family | Sapindaceae |
| Genus | Acer |
| Category | Deciduous Trees |
| USDA hardiness zones | 3b–9a |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
| Native alternative for | Acer platanoides (Norway Maple) |
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