How to Identify a Maple Tree
A maple tree is a very common species that is found in the wild. It is classified in the Aceraceae family. These trees are often found in Asia and Europe.
Characteristics
The bark and leaf characteristics of these trees are reliable markers. Some maples are evergreen, while others are deciduous. There are 125 maple species worldwide. They vary in size, shape, and color.
Bark and Leaf Shape
Maple can be identified by their bark and leaf shape. Although the lobes on the leaves of maple are simple, some cultivars vary greatly in their leaf design.
The bark and leaf characteristics of the tree can be used to determine its parent stock. A box elder, for example, has compound leaves and narrow ridges. Another tree with compound leaves is the paperbark maple.
Black maples, on the other hand, have a more rounded crown and dark, furrowed ridges. Early white settlers used the bark of red maples to create black dye for clothing.
A sugar maple has a large leaf with five lobes. Leaves change from green to yellow in the fall. Sugar maples are also known for producing sap, which can be used to make maple syrup.
Flowers
A Norway Maple has a flower that blooms in April or May. Flowers are usually clustered at the ends of twigs. This tree is known for its attractive flowers.
12 Maple Species in North America
There are 12 maple species in North America. Some of them are more common than others. Identifying a maple tree can be tricky, especially with so many hybrid cultivars. But the basics of identification are fairly easy to remember.
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