Red Maple Bonsai Tree

Acer rubrum (Red Maple) is a tree in the genus Acer, belonging to the family Aceraceae. It is native to the eastern and central parts of North America. The tree is also known under several common names, including soft maple, water maple, scarlet maple and swamp. This attractive ornamental tree is prized for its attractive brightly-colored foliage, which in autumn turns to pink-red, orange and yellow hues.

The Acer rubrum (Red Maple) tree also provides wildlife value. Its fruits are eaten by rodents, while the shoots and leaves are consumed by rabbits and deer. The dry leaves, however, are toxic to horses.

Etymologically, the genus name Acer is of Latin origin. While its direct root is uncertain, it is likely related to the Greek word ‘akastos’, meaning ‘maple’. The epithet rubrum means red, and comes from the red leaves, stem, twigs and fruit of the tree.

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