Acer triflorum

Three-flowered maple

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A deciduous shrub or small tree from East Asia, valued for its distinctive three-lobed leaves and vibrant autumn coloration.
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Plant Details

Common Name Three-flowered maple
Family Sapindaceae
Genus Acer
Species Triflorum
Origin China, Korea, Japan
Blooming Small greenish-yellow flowers in spring, followed by winged seeds (samaras)
Leaf Color Green turning to vibrant red/orange 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, acidic loamy soil rich in organic matter; avoid waterlogging.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy during growing season; reduce significantly in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun to partial shade for best leaf coloration and growth.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges.

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Pruning

Prune in late summer or autumn to maintain shape, remove dead wood after leaf drop.

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar 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
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Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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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% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3000
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
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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