Acer coriaceifolium

Also Known As

Acer cinnamomifolium
Acer oblongum var. macrocarpum
Leather-leaf Maple

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-50'
W: 15'-40'

planting zones

8a-11

Acer coriaceifolium plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer coriaceifolium

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 40 FT - wide, 15 FT - 50 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, rare, shade tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer coriaceifolium

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Coriacei-folius?: ?with leathery leaves? goes a long way towards describing this very rare 20-30' maple with its 3-5" oblong, unlobed leaves. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

The Yunnan Maple is a rare evergreen maple with rich glossy green, ovate-oblong to lanceolate, drooping foliage that grows into a small to medium sized evergreen tree commonly reaching 20-30' high and may reach 45-50' high in time. The bark is a dark blackish grey to blackish brown on mature specimens. A hard to find and beautiful landscape specimen.We have to say thank you to Dr. Creech and the good people at Stephen F. Austin University for sharing this species with us!