A.K.A. soft maple, river maple, white maple, water maple, silverleaf maple, creek maple
Native
Deciduous
Rapid growth rate
Reaching 65′ – 85′ in height
Crown has 40′- 55′ spread
Bark is grey and peels
Leaf has 5 lobes
Opposite bud arrangement on branches
Flowers appear in the early spring before the leaves in drooping racemes.
Seeds are large two winged samaras and are eaten by numerous animals.
Commonly found in wetlands, near rivers and waterways.
Sap is edible and can be used to make syrup although it is not a common practice and is not used in commercial syrup production.
It does have some commercial wood value and is used for making a large variety of wood working projects that include (to name a few) : musical instruments, cabinetry, furniture and flooring.
Not a tree we recommend in landscapes due to the high pruning maintenance caused by storm damage and the tendency for the branches and trucks to hollow out becoming a safety issue. Fine for large open spaces.
