Acer carpinifolium

Hornbeam-leaved Maple

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Deciduous tree with lobed, hornbeam-like foliage. Prized for vibrant autumn colors and small winged seeds. Requires cold dormancy.
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Plant Details

Common Name Hornbeam-leaved Maple
Family Sapindaceae
Genus Acer
Species Carpinifolium
Origin China, Vietnam
Blooming Small greenish-yellow flowers, early spring
Leaf Color Green turning crimson/orange in autumn
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-drained loamy soil with organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH.

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Watering

Regular watering during growth season, keep moist but not waterlogged. Reduce drastically in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers morning sun and afternoon shade in hot climates; full sun in cooler regions.

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Fertilization

Apply slow-release fertilizer in spring before new growth. Avoid high nitrogen to prevent weak wood.

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Pruning

Prune after flowering or late autumn to remove dead wood; avoid heavy pruning which causes bleeding sap.

Pest Control Aphid Japanese Beetle Leafhopper Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
400 – 1200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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