Acer buergerianum

The tree originates in China, and it is also common in Japan, Korea and Taiwan. In Israel, its presence is limited, mainly due to the difficulty of growing it in the first years. It is suitable for temperate areas. Its leaves have three lobes that face forward. They are green and shiny on the top but pale on the underside. The trees bloom in red, orange and yellow. A mature trunk will sometimes peel, and its color will be an interesting combination of orange, brown and gray. A mature tree will have good resistance to drought conditions, air pollution and pests and will last a long time. It can be found in parks and gardens throughout Europe and for good reason – its flowering is not significant, but it stands out in impressive fall colors, from dark red to orange and yellow, depending on the weather. It should be noted that there is a difference between the individuals in their fall display potential. It mainly excels in the mountains and high mountains where its autumnal potential will also be higher. The tree is resistant to the redbay ambrosia beetle. The tree is impressive and strong, and its aesthetic form would therefore be ideal as a street tree, but unfortunately in Israel this is a missed opportunity.

Others in the same family: Acer obtusifolium |Acer truncatum | Acer buergerianum