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field maple

Acer campestre

The field maple is a small tree with beautiful leaves that turn yellow in autumn. It provides shade and homes for many animals and is often found in parks and gardens.

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The field maple has small, deeply lobed leaves with usually five blunt, rounded lobes, unlike other maples. Its bark on mature trees often develops distinctive, corky ridges. In autumn, its vibrant green foliage transforms into a cheerful golden-yellow.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSapindalesFamilySapindaceaeGenusAcer
field maple
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field maple

Category

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Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Ancient Romans planted field maples as boundary markers because they live so long.

Its wood was once used to make strong tools and musical instruments!

Some field maples in Europe are over 300 years old, witnessing centuries of history!

The young leaves and sweet sap of the field maple are both edible treats!

Special abilities

Ability

Tough Trunk Armor

The field maple has thick, corky bark that protects its trunk from damage and extreme weather, helping it survive.

Ability

Wind-Powered Seeds

Field maple seeds have delicate 'wings' (samaras) that spin like helicopters, letting the wind carry them far away to grow.

Ability

Survivor's Stamina

This maple can resprout vigorously after being cut back, allowing it to recover from damage and thrive in hedgerows.

Measurements & details

Height
1500-2500 cm
Spread
1000-1500 cm
Flower Size
0.4-0.6 cm
Bloom Season
Spring (April-May)
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

eats

Black Bean Aphid

Aphis fabae

Feeds on young shoots and leaves

pollinates

Western Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

Collects nectar and pollen

shelters

Great Tit

Parus major

Nests in cavities and forages

eaten by

Wood Mouse

Apodemus sylvaticus

Eats fallen seeds

Traits

Also known as

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is field maple?

1500-2500 cm

How wide does field maple spread?

1000-1500 cm

How big are the flowers on field maple?

0.4-0.6 cm

When does field maple bloom?

Spring (April-May)

Is field maple edible?

Yes

Is field maple toxic?

None

What is field maple's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is field maple pollinated?

Insect

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