Acer maximowiczianum

Japanese Field Maple

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Deciduous maple native to East Asia with palmate leaves and vibrant autumn color. Ideal for bright indoor spots or outdoor bonsai.
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Plant Details

Common Name Japanese Field Maple
Family Sapindaceae
Genus Acer
Species Maximowiczianum
Origin Japan, Korea
Blooming Small greenish-yellow flowers in spring, primarily grown for foliage and autumn color.
Leaf Color Emerald green turning to orange/red/yellow in autumn
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil mixed with perlite or pumice, pH 6.0-7.0.

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist during growing season, reduce in winter. Avoid waterlogging and drought stress.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light indoors; full sun to partial shade outdoors. Requires winter dormancy period.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during spring and summer growth phase.

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Pruning

Prune in late autumn after leaf drop to shape structure; remove dead wood timely.

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite

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
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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
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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