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Norway Maple

Acer platanoides

Non-native (Invasive)

The Norway maple is a small to medium sized tree, typically reaching anywhere between 20-30 meters tall. It is native to Europe as its name suggests however it is widely cultivated as an ornamental species in North America. The Norway maple is a popular choice for urban planting due to their tolerant to urban stresses and rapid growth. It can be very aggressive, out-competing native species.

Leaf

Leaves dark green and hairless. 5-7 palmate lobes. Milky juice from stem when broken.

Bud/Twig

Bugs showing opposite leaf arrangement.

Bark

Bark very dark grey with intersecting ridges.

Fruit/Seed

Green to brown pairs of winged keys (samaras) with wings spreading at 180 degrees. Hang in clusters.

Flower

Greenish-yellow with 5 petals. Flowers in erect clusters at branch tips. Flower in April - May.

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