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Vine Maple (Acer circinatum)

Acer circinatum, the Vine Maple, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the Pacific Northwest, noted for its palmate leaves and vibrant fall color.

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Sunlight

Prefers partial shade to full sun.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, especially when young.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soils.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers partial shade to full sun.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, especially when young.

Tolerates occasional dryness once established.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but thrives in moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soils.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Hardy in USDA zones 5-9.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

4-8 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Slow to moderate

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green, Red, Yellow, Orange

Leaf Type

Palmate

Flower Size

1 cm

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Synonyms
Acer macounii Greene
Acer modocense Greene
Acer virgatum Raf.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSapindales
  • familySapindaceae
  • genusAcer
  • speciesAcer circinatum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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