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Paul Wray, Iowa State University, Bugwood.org

T. Davis Sydnor, The Ohio State University, Bugwood.org

T. Davis Sydnor, The Ohio State University, Bugwood.org

Jason Sharman, Vitalitree, Bugwood.org

Joseph OBrien, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Sugar Maple

Acer saccharum • Hard Maple, Curly Maple

Native

The sugar maple is a large tree that can grow up to 35 meters tall and can live for more than 200 years. It is native to North America and can be found in central and southern Ontario. Sugar maples do best in deep, rich and well-drained soil. Its roots are deep and wide spreading, and it’s a large and strong tree, ideal for use as a shade tree. Canada's national tree and the inspiration for the Maple Leaf on the Canadian flag. Species most well known for syrup production.

Leaf

Deciduous, simple, opposite. Green leaves, paler beneath and hairless. Five lobes with rounded notches. 8-20 cm long.

Fruit/Seed

Green/brown winged keys (samaras). Parallel wings.

Bark

Mature bark grey and irregularly ridged.

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