Acer rufinerve 'Erythrocladum'

Also Known As

Snakebark Maple
Striped Bark Maple

Plant type

tree

size

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

planting zones

5a-9a

Acer rufinerve 'Erythrocladum' plant details

Acer rufinerve '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 average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acer rufinerve 'Erythrocladum'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acer rufinerve 'Erythrocladum'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very rare and very handsome, the young shoots of this slow-growing shrub are ruby-red to orange-yellow in winter, yellow-to-white in summer; its attractive wavy foliage tends to sunburn in full sun. PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

When all is dreary and gray in the winter the trunk of this tree an be a beacon of hope for hibernating gardeners. Small tree 20 ft tall x 15 ft wide.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

This fine striped maple is different that A. pennsylvanicum 'Erythrocladum' so don't be confused. We were able to find a small number. Plants seem to be bushy and full to maybe 20-25'. We rarely get this plant as our propagator says it maybe has a 5% success at grafting.