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Deciduous Trees · MCH exam plant
Silver Maple
Acer saccharinum
AY-ser sak-ar-EYE-num
Native to New England
Tree
Key ID features
Deeply cut 5-lobed leaves, silver undersides, fast growth, weak wood
| Botanical name | Acer saccharinum |
|---|---|
| Family | Sapindaceae |
| Genus | Acer |
| Category | Deciduous Trees |
| USDA hardiness zones | 3b–9a |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Water | High |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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