Acer argutum
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Acer argutum
- Plant type
- Tree
- Growth habit
- Upright
- Light
- Partial sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Cool
- Humidity
- Moderate
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- East Asian temperate forests
- Toxic to pets
- Not toxic
- Toxic to people
- Not toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Acer argutum is
Acer argutum is an upright tree from East Asian temperate forests. You will notice its distinct, sharply serrated leaf edges that give the species its specific name.
It requires a cool environment to thrive. If you can provide moderate humidity and partial sun, you will find it to be a quiet, steady presence in your space.
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There are no reports of significant toxins in maples of this group.
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People and Acer argutum
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-modern era
In its native home
People living in East Asian temperate forests have long observed this tree in the wild. Its distinct serrated foliage was noted by local observers.
- 19th century
Scientific interest
Botanists began documenting the species formally. This period marked the start of the plant reaching wider collections through seed exchanges.
- Modern day
Cultivation
You now find this tree in gardens that support temperate, cool conditions. Growers continue to propagate it through seeds to maintain the character of the original forest stock.
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Frequently asked about Acer argutum
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Acer argutum?
Acer argutum is a species in the Acer genus. Commonly known as Acer argutum, a tree, and with a upright growth habit. Native to East Asian temperate forests.
How do you care for Acer argutum?
Reference care guidance for Acer argutum: partial sun light, medium watering, cool temperatures, and moderate humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Acer argutum?
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Where can I see real photos of Acer argutum?
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Can I track my own Acer argutum on collecto.rs?
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