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Also Known As

Acer japonicum 'Maiku-jaku'
Dancing Peacock Japanese Maple
Fernleaf Full Moon Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 15'-20'

planting zones

6a-9b

2 gallon bagged root ball - XL shipping box | $146

Ships UPS, flat charge based on order total

Fewer than 29 at Gossler Farms

2 inch wide, 4-6 inch deep tube | $34.95

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Fewer than 7 at Forestfarm

#3 Container | $134.99

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Fewer than 20 at Conifer Kingdom

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Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' plant details

Just dazzling. The alternate name Dancing Peacock Japanese Maple really nails the quality of the leaves, both bold delicate, stunningly colored when it puts on a show in fall. Oh, the drama.

Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' is a moderate-growing, slow-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

About Acer

Maples are botanically classified as the genus Acer in the Sapindaceae, or soapberry family.

Why grow Acer?

Maples in their native ranges are valuable wildlife plants. Though the individual flowers are small, a tree full of them will be buzzing with pollinators. The seeds provide food for birds and other wildlife, and various species of butterflies and moths may use them as hosts.

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large green leaves are deeply divided, hence the occasionally used name "fern leaf." Spring leaves are pubescent and typically emerge with a profusion of red to burgundy flowers. Fall color is possibly the most spectacular of all maples, hence the name "d

By: Conifer Kingdom

Aconitifolium Japanese Maple has large green leaves that are deeply divided and multi-layered. Dramatic fall colors make this one of the most spectacular and desirable of all maples. Fall colors of Aconitifolium Japanese Maple can range from yellow and orange to crimson and even purple. Other names for Aconitifolium are 'Dancing Peacock' and 'Maiku Jaku'. Aconitifolium is an absolutely stunning cultivar!

By: Maples N More Nursery

A large shrub or small tree, the leaves of this elegant maple are deeply lobed and cut and ?turn a rich ruby-crimson in autumn? (Hillier). S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

One of our favorites. The 'Fern leaf maple' will eventually get 20' tall. The split leaves are medium green all summer. In fall, the leaves turn the most beautiful red orange and yellow.

By: Gossler Farms

A very special Japanese Maple – Aconitifolium is known as the ‘Dancing Peacock’ maple because of the wonderful color of the leaves in the fall. Acer japonicum Aconitifolium is a green leaf cultivar that is simply outstanding in the fall, not just the colors which range from yellow to orange to crimson and then purple, but the leaves themselves which are multi-layered and shaped like a the rounded top of a peacock feather. Also known as the fern maple it can grow to 15′ tall and wide’. A mature specimen is next to the Tea House in the famous Japanese Garden of Portland, Oregon – widely acclaimed as the most authentic Japanese Garden outside of Japan. Aconitifolium is a moderate growing maple, but as it ages the branches become very stiff and we are unable to ship larger specimens. Therefore, the 3 gallon size will not be offered. Once established this maple is hardy to -20 °F. USDA zone 5. Limited availability. Note: 1 gallon size maples will be available this spring – May 2018.

By: Eastfork Nursery

Deeply cut and multi-divided the dark green leaves turn into colors of scarlet, carmine and even purple by fall. Tends to hold onto its fall leaves longer than other forms adding to the drama. Strong structured branches with stiff twigs forms a round topped tree as it matures.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Gracefully mounded form to this small tree. Spectacular, rounded, deeply cut, dark green leaves that turn rich ruby-crimson color in autumn. An oustanding accent, especially effective in fall. Growth Rate slow

By: Garden World

A Upright, round Japanese Maple with large medium-green leaves in summer. This variety is famous for its incredible fall display of fiery red, orange, and yellow. Also known as the "dancing-peacock" or "fernleaf" Maple.

By: Maplestone Ornamentals

Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' - Called 'The Dancing Peacock' because of fall color. Leaves are as large as a man's hand and bright green, deeply cut. The flowers are purple and the winged seeds are red. Fall color carmine. Mature at 15'.

By: Kigi Nursery

Acer japonicum - Full Moon Maples are a separate species from Acer palmatum but always included with the Japanese Maples. A wonderful rare tree with very large, deeply dissected leaves. Has particular value in tropical, Japanese, and exotic gardens; but stands on its own in any setting. Known in Japan as 'Maiku-jaku' meaning "dancing peacock". Reputedly more cold hardy than other Acer japonicum or Acer palmatum. Grows 10' in ten years. Old well grown plants may reach 30-40' or more. Recommended by: Ohio Plant Selection Committee. Awards: Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.