Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum L.)
Similar to the red maple in its preferential soils , and is typically
found in riparian buffer zones, is quick to establish, and grows quite
rapidly. Its brittle nature, lends it to
be a good source of snags and litter along stream beds. Will out perform other
species at a early age in replanting, but is preferable to the box elder which
develops quickly but has a quicker life span. (USDA 2016 c)
Grows 50-60-‘
Bark is silver,
scaly and irregular, often pealing
Leaves are typically
3-5” in size with 5 lobs separated by deep and narrow sinues,
Uses: ornamental,
forest buffer, provides food for wild birds, is a candidate for bio-fuel
cultivation due to quick growth and high BTU ratings. (USDA, 2016)
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