Acer pensylvanicum 'Erythrocladum'

Also Known As

Erythrocladum Moosewood Maple
Erythrocladum Snake Bark Maple
Erythrocladum Striped Maple
Erythrocladum Whistlewood

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-25'
W: 15'-20'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Acer pensylvanicum 'Erythrocladum' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer pensylvanicum 'Erythrocladum'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
Uses: distinctive bark, fall color, striped bark, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer pensylvanicum 'Erythrocladum'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The winter shoots of this rare 15-25' tree turn a rich glowing coral striped with white making it a must for the winter garden! In summer, it features large, handsome, bright-green leaves and green-striped bark giving it a most attractive summer look as well. Autumn dresses this tree is bright golden leaves; there isn't a season where this tree does not shine! This tree is also very-winter hardy and tolerant of high-humidity. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Green leaves appear each spring and turn a pleasing yellow in the fall. Certainly the best viewing for this tree though is during those drab winter months! Brilliant pink and red bark with thin, light gray stripes greet you each day. A real winter showpiece.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Smaller than species, but similar in form and leaf, this tree in winter has stunning red and white striped bark which does not diminish with age (as in A.p.Sangokaku) Very rare as it is difficult to propagate. Zone 4.

By: Whitman Farms

The "Moosewood" is a striped bark maple from Pennsylvania similar to Acer davidii, hersi, etc. Main difference is that 'Erythrocladum' has startling brilliant red bark in winter. Still a rare tree because of its slow growth and difficulty of grafting.