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Torrey maple
Scientific Name: Acer glabrum var. torreyi
Family: Aceraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Torrey Maple (Acer glabrum var. torreyi)
The Torrey maple, scientifically known as Acer glabrum var. torreyi, is a variety of the Acer glabrum species, commonly called Rocky Mountain maple.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is sometimes found in home decor settings (engineered Maple flooring), so understanding its attributes is important.
Considerations for Children
- This plant is sometimes found in home decor settings (engineered Maple flooring), so understanding its attributes is important.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Acer glabrum var. torreyi
- Common Names: Torrey maple, Rocky Mountain maple, Douglas maple, Greene's maple, New Mexico maple
- Family: Aceraceae
- Synonyms: The text mentions "Synonyms" generally, suggesting other names exist, but does not explicitly list them.
Distribution and Habitat
- Acer glabrum is native to western North America.
Quirky Facts
- Vacuolar flavonoids present in Acer glabrum have been studied and compared to existing data. These flavonoids play a role in the plant's biochemistry.
Ecological Role
- Norway maple (Acer platanoides), a related species, is mentioned as invasive in certain forest types, which may provide context when considering the ecological impact of maples in general.
Further Information
- USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database is mentioned as a source of information, specifically referencing an illustration from Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913.
- Bulletin of the Torrey Botanical Club is cited as a publication featuring research related to maples.