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
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| 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
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