Acer davidii

Common Name: Père David's Maple

Description: Père David's Maple (Acer davidii), also known as the Snakebark Maple, is a deciduous tree native to central China. It is renowned for its distinctive green bark adorned with narrow, pale vertical stripes, giving it a snake-like appearance. The tree typically reaches a height of 10–15 meters, often featuring multiple trunks and arching branches that form a spreading crown. Its leaves are ovate, unlobed or shallowly lobed, and mid-green, turning vibrant shades of yellow, orange, or red in autumn. Small yellow flowers appear in late spring, followed by pink-brown samaras. Père David's Maple thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, fertile soils. It is valued for its ornamental bark and autumn foliage, making it a striking addition to gardens and parks.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 10–15 meters
• Width: 6–10 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Spring

Flower Colour:

• Yellow

Key Attributes:

• Attractive Bark
• Autumn Foliage
• Ornamental Tree

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)
• Dogwood (Cornus spp.)
• Hosta (Hosta spp.)
• Ferns (Various species)
• Azalea (Rhododendron spp.)