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Family: Aceraceae   Maple Family

Genus: Acer   Maple
Genus of about 200 species of trees or shrubs having winged fruit (samaras). Generally found in northern temperate climates, especially in China.

Scientific Name: Acer saccharum Marsh. ssp. nigrum (Michx.f.) Desmarais
Common Name(s): Sugar Maple, Rock Maple, Hard Maple, Black Maple
Growth Type: perennial
Species Description:


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Caption: Dark green leaves with 3-5 lobes.

ID: Hrb-ACRSN-002
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
Credit:
Keyword(s): leaf, mature
Caption: Sugar Maple's green leaves turning to a red and orange color in fall.

ID: Hrb-ACRSN-001
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
Credit:
Keyword(s): leaf, mature