The Three-flowered Maple (Acer triflorum) is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree native to northeastern China and Korea. It is renowned for its ornamental value, featuring trifoliate leaves that turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow in the fall. The bark is another attractive feature, peeling in strips to reveal a cinnamon-brown underlayer. In agroecology and regenerative agriculture, Acer triflorum serves as an understory tree in food forests, contributing to biodiversity and providing habitat for various species. It supports soil health by contributing organic matter through leaf litter and can be part of a guild with nitrogen-fixing plants like clover or lupine. Historically, it has been valued for its aesthetic appeal in traditional gardens.
Growing Details
Acer triflorum thrives in well-drained, loamy soils with a preference for neutral to slightly acidic conditions. Before planting, enrich the soil with organic compost and apply a layer of mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Companion planting with nitrogen-fixing species like clover can enhance soil fertility. Avoid waterlogging by ensuring proper drainage. Common mistakes include overwatering and planting in overly compacted soils. Pruning is minimal, focusing on removing dead or disea
The map shows known occurrence points of <strong>Acer triflorum</strong> recorded in scientific biodiversity databases.
Source: <a href="https://www.gbif.org" target="_blank">GBIF.org</a> โ Global Biodiversity Information Facility
Location & Timing
native geo location: Northeastern China and Korea
applicable geo region: Temperate regions
language used: en
Flowering:
beginning
of May for 30 days
Harvest:
beginning
of September for 60 days
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other uses: The wood of Acer triflorum is occasionally used for small woodworking projects due to its fine grain and attractive appearance.
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Botanical data
specie: Acer triflorum
common names: Three-flowered Maple; Three-flower Maple
family: Sapindaceae
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genus: Acer
Growing Conditions
area needed: 0.0 m
spacing: 5.0 m
growing difficulty: Medium
Deciduous / Evergreen: Evergreen
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Plant Temp (Opt/Min/Max): 0ยฐC / -30ยฐC / 30ยฐC
water demands: Medium
humidity:
light demands: High
root type: Medium
frost tender: Low
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first harvest: 0 years
life span: 0 years
succession: Mid
growth rate: Slow
max height: 10.0 m
max width: 8.0 m
soil preference:
Medium (Loam)
pH preference:
Neutral
flower type:
Monoecious
growth details: Acer triflorum thrives in well-drained, loamy soils with a preference for neutral to slightly acidic conditions. Before planting, enrich the soil with organic compost and apply a layer of mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Companion planting with nitrogen-fixing species like clover can enhance soil fertility. Avoid waterlogging by ensuring proper drainage. Common mistakes include overwatering and planting in overly compacted soils. Pruning is minimal, focusing on removing dead or disea
Potential Disturbances: Acer triflorum is generally pest-resistant but can occasionally suffer from aphids and scale insects. Introduce beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control aphid populations. Companion planting with garlic or chives can help repel pests. Organic neem oil sprays can be used as a last resort for severe infestations.
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