Plant Description
Acer macrophyllum
Bigleaf Maple is a native tree that supports a variety of mosses, lichens, ferns, and wildlife. It also provides attractive yellow color in the fall. The top often dies in the first year after planting, but resprout the following year is highly likely. Bigleaf Maple is susceptible to heart rot, but this provides great wildlife habitat in the cavities!
A Bigleaf Maple seen from a distance, with other trees and a blue sky in the background.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Height at 20 yrs | 40 ft |
| Mature Height | 90 ft |
| Growth Rate | Rapid |
| Life Span | Perennial |
| Moisture Use | Moderate |
| Drought Tolerance | Low |
| Deer Browse | Yes |
| Wildlife Value | High |
| Timber Value | Moderate |
| Resprout Ability | Highly likely |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 6-7; best in Zone 7 |
| Flower Color | Greenish-White |
| Bloom Time | March-May |
| Habitat |
Woodlands, near large waterways |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Tracheophytes |
| Clade | Angiosperms |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Sapindaceae |
| Genus | Acer |
| Species | A. macrophyllum |
