Acer platanoides
Norway Maple









A strong-growing tree with a rounded head. Huge, palmate, deep-green leaves turn a vivid-gold to orange in autumn. An ornamental shade tree for larger gardens. Shallow root system can lift sidewalks and driveways. Tolerant of air pollution. Can be easily transplanted. Grows best in moist, well-drained soils, but will tolerate dry sites that experience occasional drought and wet sites that experience occasional flooding.
Reproduction: Monoecious, separate male and female flowers on the same tree.
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Family: Sapindaceae, soapberry family, a family of flowering trees, lianas, and herbaceous plants that occur in many temperate and tropical regions. Learn more about Sapindaceae.
Genus: Acer, ācer (Latin, adjective), meaning 'sharp', in reference to the pointed leaves. Commonly known as maple, a genus of various trees and shrubs. Learn more about Acer.
Species: Acer platanoides, platanoides (Latin, noun), derived from the Latin noun platanus (plane tree) and the Latin suffix oides (like, similar to), in reference to this species' similarity to the plane tree (Platanus). Learn more about Acer platanoides.
Species Native Range: Eastern and central Europe and western Asia, from Spain east to Russia, north to southern Scandinavia, and southeast to northern Iran.
Common Name: Norway Maple