Is it a maple, if Y, what kind?

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vossner East Texas, United States(Zone 8a) Sep 16, 2024

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rojerherry Sep 17, 2024

To determine whether a tree is a maple and identify its type, look for the following characteristics:

Leaves: Maple trees typically have lobed leaves with 3 to 5 major lobes that are sharply pointed. The classic maple leaf is palmate, resembling a hand’s shape.

Bark: Young maple trees have smooth bark, but as they age, the bark becomes rougher and may develop cracks.

Seeds: Maples produce distinctive winged seeds called "samaras," which resemble small helicopters when they fall.

Common Maple Varieties:

Sugar Maple: Leaves with 5 lobes, vibrant fall colors (yellow, orange, red), rough bark with vertical ridges.
Red Maple: Leaves with 3 to 5 lobes, known for red petioles, red buds, and brilliant red foliage in fall.
Silver Maple: Leaves with 5 lobes but more deeply cut than other maples; often a silvery underside.
For more information and tips on identifying trees and their types, visit https://answertenant.com/

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