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Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' – Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium'

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From a sturdy bush, can grow to a small or medium-size, multi-stemmed tree. The broad crown eventually becomes virtually round. The relatively large leaves have deeply dissected lobes. Despite the sturdy leaves, ‘Aconitifolium’ does not have a heavy appearance. The matt, mid-green leaves turn brilliant yellow and orange to deep, dark red or even purplish-red. ‘Aconitifolium’ is an old, Japanese cultivar that is sold under a variety of synonyms. The tree becamee so widespread in Europe that the European cultivar name ‘Aconitifolium’ gained preference over the Japanese name ‘Maiku Jaku’, which means “dancing peacock”. Other synonyms are ‘Fern Leaf’, ‘Filicifolium’, ‘Palmatifidum’ and ‘Veitchii’.

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Specifications

Height

5 - 8 (12) m

Crown

broad obovoid to round, dark, dense crown, capricious growing

Bark and branches

smooth, grey-brown

Leaf

7 to 11 lobes, lobes deeply dissected, matt mid-green, 15 - 20 cm

Autumn colour

yellow, orange, red, purple

Flowers

red flower corymbs, April/May

Fruits

single seeds, winged, always in pairs

Spines/thorns

None

Toxicity

usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock

Soil type

any, but not too dry

Paving

tolerates no paving

Winter hardiness zone

6 (-23,3 to -17,8 °C)

Wind resistance

moderate

Other resistances

resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)

Application

tree containers, small gardens, patio gardens

Shape

multi-stem treem

Origin

Japan, 1888

Synonyms

Acer japonicum 'Maiku Jaku'

Multi-stem tree

acid soil

clay soil

loamy soil

peaty soil

sandy soil

tolerates no paving

resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)

suitable for shadow

3rd size, smaller than 6 metres

dense crown

green

orange/red

average growing

Attractive autumn colour

non-toxic (usually)

Capricious growing

Applications and inspiration

Trees with good autumn colours

Frequently asked questions

Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium'

Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' can eventually reach a height of 5 - 8 (12) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 5 - 8 (12) m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The leaves of Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' turn yellow, orange, red, purple in autumn.

The right time to plant Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Acer japonicum 'Aconitifolium' blooms in april.

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