Acer truncatum 'Akikaze-Nishiki'

Also Known As

Acer mono 'Akikaze-Nishiki'
Acer truncatum 'Akikaze nishiki'
Akikaze Nishiki Variegated Shantung Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 20'-30'

planting zones

5a-9b

Acer truncatum 'Akikaze-Nishiki' plant details

Acer truncatum 'Akikaze-Nishiki' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer truncatum 'Akikaze-Nishiki'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer truncatum 'Akikaze-Nishiki'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Symmetrical leaves on this rare maple have a mix of white and green coloration. An uncommon variety that is quite stunning!

By: Conifer Kingdom

Though its parentage is somewhat in question (mono, pictum, truncatum, or palmatum?!), this 40-60' tree with its white blotched 5-7 taper-pointed lobed leaves is attractive whatever its name! Sun-PSh/Med