silver maple (Acer saccharinum)
Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum) is a fast-growing, deciduous tree native to eastern North America. Its deeply lobed leaves have silvery undersides and turn yellow in fall
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Consistently moist, especially when young. Tolerates wet soil.
Soil
Adaptable, prefers moist, well-drained loams; tolerates clay, sand, and wet soils. pH 4.5-7.0.
Temperature
Hardy in cold and heat, thriving in temperate climates.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Generally not needed for established trees in healthy soil.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Consistently moist, especially when young. Tolerates wet soil.
Adaptable, prefers moist, well-drained loams; tolerates clay, sand, and wet soils. pH 4.5-7.0.
Hardy in cold and heat, thriving in temperate climates.
Outdoor
Generally not needed for established trees in healthy soil.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Ornamental, Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
15-30 m
Spread
10-20 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow
Leaf Type
Palmate, deeply 5-lobed
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderSapindales
- familySapindaceae
- genusAcer
- speciesAcer saccharinum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
Generally considered non-toxic to humans and most common pets. Sap and seeds are edible.