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Plant Name:
Red Maple
Scientific Name:
Acer rubrum
Description:
Red Maple is a deciduous tree with distinctive red flowers, red fruit, and red or orange fall foliage. It has opposite, palmate leaves and is widely distributed in North America.
Habitat:
Forests, wetlands, stream banks, swamps
Fauna:
Provides habitat and food for wildlife species
Growing Conditions:
Moist to wet soil, sun to part shade
Uses:
Ornamental landscaping, shade tree
Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):
Sap can be tapped and used to make syrup
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Poisonous:
No
Fun Facts:
Red Maple is one of the most common and widespread trees in eastern North America. Its sap can be used to make maple syrup.
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