Acer platanoides 'Crimson King' at corner of Manderino Library (2003), Acer platanoides in front of Frich Biological Science Building (2003)
Acer Platanoides ‘Crimson King’
Cultivar of Norway Maple
Family: Aceraceae
Range: Generally regarded to be the same as its species.
Habitat: Tolerant of a wide range of soils. This species grows best in full sun to partial
Origin: Not native to North America.
Lifespan: Average: 50 to 150 years; varies depending upon immediate
conditions and could be shorter or even slightly longer.
Size: 35 to 45 ft. tall and 25 to 30 ft. wide at maturity.
Reproduction: Dioecious; reproducing by a double winged samara.
Common Uses: Ornamental tree for the landscape and shade; generally identical to the
species.
Interesting Facts: Less cold-hardy than other cultivars of this species and is generally
Acer Platanoides
Norway Maple
Family: Aceraceae
Range in the United States: See the following website for more information:
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ST028 then click on the range map.
Habitat: Found in deciduous forests where it grows best on moist, adequately drained,
Origin: Not native to North America, is a native of Europe.
Lifespan: Maximum of 150 years.
Size: 40-50 ft. tall (max. may exceed 90 ft), 30-45 ft. wide.
Reproduction: Dioecious; reproducing by a double winged samara.
Common Uses: It is widely planted throughout much of North America, especially along
urban streets and in yards primarily as an ornamental shade tree.
Interesting Facts: Leaf will exude milky white sap from the petiole when detached.
Additional Information may be found at: http://www.fs.fed.us/database/feis/plants/tree/acepla/all.html
Fact Sheet for this species at Virginia Tech's dendrology website