Acer truncatum

Bunge Maple, Round-leaf Maple

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Deciduous tree from East Asia with round leaves and vibrant fall colors. Requires cold dormancy; best suited for outdoor gardens or containers in temperate zones.
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Plant Details

Common Name Bunge Maple, Round-leaf Maple
Family Sapindaceae
Genus Acer
Species Truncatum
Origin China, Korea
Blooming Small greenish-yellow flowers in spring before leaves emerge.
Leaf Color Green turning red/orange/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 with organic matter, pH 6.0-7.5

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Watering

Keep soil moist during active growth; reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to prevent root rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best color; tolerates partial shade in hot climates.

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Fertilization

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

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Pruning

Prune dead or crossing branches in late summer or dormant season to maintain structure.

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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May
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Aug
Sep
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-13° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 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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