A large shrub that may grow into a multi-stemmed tree. The loose habit generates an open, vase-like shaped crown. The tree can reach 10 m tall. In its original habitat in Japan it can even reach 12 m. When the tree is bare, the olive-green twigs are visible and show striking, white-grey longitudinal stripes. The green, 3-lobed, leaf varies in size from 7 to 15 cm. Across it is circa 10 cm. In autumn it turns from flaming orange-red to scarlet-red. This is a very important decorative feature. The tree forms a shallow root system which branches out profusely. A much applied maple from the group of striated maples. Though the plant prefers a warm position, scorching may occur in hot summers.
Acer rufinerve can eventually reach a height of 9 - 12 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Acer rufinerve is átlagos and can eventually reach a height of 9 - 12 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The leaves of Acer rufinerve turn sárga, piros in autumn.
The right time to plant Acer rufinerve is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Acer rufinerve with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.