Acer rufinerve

Red Veined Maple

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Deciduous tree known for red-veined leaves. Prefers filtered light, moist acidic soil, and cool winters. Sensitive to heat and drought.
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Plant Details

Common Name Red Veined Maple
Family Sapindaceae
Genus Acer
Species Rufinerve
Origin Japan
Blooming Small red flowers in spring, vibrant fall foliage
Leaf Color Green with crimson veins, turning orange-red in autumn
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained acidic soil rich in organic matter; peat and perlite mix for containers.

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Watering

Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged. High humidity required during summer heat to prevent leaf drop.

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Sunlight & Care

Filtered light or morning sun only. Afternoon sun causes leaf scorch, especially indoors.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before growth begins. Avoid high nitrogen.

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Pruning

Prune dead wood in late winter. Remove suckers and shape after flowering or dormancy.

Pest Control Aphid Mite 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
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Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Mar
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
400 – 1500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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