Acer triflorum

Acer triflorum

Native to:
China | Korea

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Sapindaceae
Genus:
Acer
Species:
Acer triflorum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
900 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may
Bloom Colors:
yellow-green

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★★★★ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Fall Color:
red, orange, yellow

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–120 days
Germination Time:
30–90 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate better with consistent moisture and cool temperatures. Viability declines if seeds are allowed to dry out.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Repeated cycles of 20C then 4C, 3 months each. Very prolonged. Requires soaking 24-48 hrs; discard floaters.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society