The Japanese maple, a deciduous tree or shrub with beautiful foliage that can be green, red, yellow, or purple in different cultivars

Acer palmatum, commonly known as Japanese maple, is a deciduous tree or shrub native to Japan, Korea, and China. It is prized for its beautiful foliage, which can be green, red, yellow, or purple in different cultivars.

The leaves are oppositely arranged, palmately lobed (meaning they have five to nine lobes that look like a hand), and 2 to 5 inches long. They emerge in early spring and turn their fall colors in late autumn.

The Japanese maple is a popular ornamental plant and is grown in gardens and parks around the world. It is also a popular bonsai subject.

The leaves of the Japanese maple contain anthocyanins, which are pigments that give the leaves their red, yellow, and purple colors in the fall. The amount of anthocyanins produced in the leaves depends on the amount of sunlight, temperature, and moisture.

The Japanese maple is a relatively easy plant to care for. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is also tolerant of drought and air pollution.

Here are some tips for caring for a Japanese maple:

• Plant in full sun to partial shade.
• Water regularly, especially during the summer months.
• Fertilize once a year in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
• Protect from strong winds and cold winter temperatures.
• Prune in late winter or early spring.

With proper care, a Japanese maple can live for many years and provide beautiful foliage for your garden.

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