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Red Maple

Acer rubrum

Photo by 21csmith
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Field Notes

Description:

Leaves have a large variety of different forms.
Prefers to thrive and grow best in open areas, not dense forests or covered by other trees.
Lumber can be high quality and used for furniture.
The sap is used to make Maple Syrup.
Always red leaves, changes shades throughout the year.
Can grow to over 90 feet in hight

Habitat:

Most common deciduous tree in Central and Eastern North America.

Notes:

This tree is roughly 10-15 years old. I planted it when I was younger at my house.

Species ID Suggestions

Red Maple

Acer rubrum

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PublishedOctober 22, 2019

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