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 Tree Structure |  Bark Texture |
|---|---|
 Branch Texture |  Winter Buds |
 Winter Foliage |  Leaf Scar |
Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum
about the tree
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FUN FACT: japanese maples are often used as bonsai plants.
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leaf arrangement: opposite
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fruit: winged seed
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lifespan: up to 300 years
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habitat: well-drained, rich soils with organic matter
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size: 15-25' tall
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growth form: round and oval
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uses: ornamental and bonsai
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state tree: n/a
where is it found on campus?
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administration building
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middle school
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japanese garden
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Photography by Rachel George, '17
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