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New Mexico maple
Scientific Name: Acer glabrum var. neomexicanum
Family: Aceraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer glabrum)
The Acer glabrum, commonly known as Rocky Mountain maple or New Mexico maple (Acer glabrum var. neomexicanum), is a captivating species found primarily in western North America. This species has adapted to a unique niche in specific regions, particularly in the mountainous areas of the southwestern United States.
Considerations for Pets
- This maple species is found in mountainous regions which could present hiking hazards for pets in those areas.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Acer glabrum
- Common Names: Rocky Mountain maple, New Mexico maple (Acer glabrum var. neomexicanum)
- Synonyms: Not explicitly mentioned, but the variety Acer glabrum var. neomexicanum is noted.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to western North America.
- Specifically found in the Rocky Mountains, ranging from Montana to New Mexico.
- Occupies moist, mountainous sites, including areas in southeastern Idaho, Utah, western Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico.
- Notably, there is a specific canyon in New Mexico where maple trees are "trapped" due to changing climate patterns since the last Ice Age.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Information regarding botanical characteristics (height, spread, flower, fall color) were mentioned, but not elaborated on.
Quirky Facts
- One canyon in New Mexico has maple trees that have been "trapped" there due to changes in climate since the last Ice Age, giving the canyon its name due to the colorful maples.
Further Information
- The USDA NRCS PLANTS Database at plants.usda.gov is a resource for state distribution maps.