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boxelder
Scientific Name: Acer negundo var. negundo
Family: Aceraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Acer negundo: The Boxelder
Acer negundo, commonly known as box elder, boxelder maple, ash-leaved maple, or maple ash, is a maple species native to North America.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Acer negundo
- Common Names: Box elder, boxelder maple, ash-leaved maple, maple ash
- Family: Soapberry family (mentioned in context of maple belonging to it)
Considerations for Pets and Children
- Acer genus plants have been reported to cause skin irritation, runny nose, and asthma-like respiratory issues.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to North America.
- Found in portions of the southern tier and Susquehana Valley.
- Has become broadly established throughout many parts of North America.
- Can also be found in Europe, China, and Australia.
Ecological Role
- Boxelder bugs (Boisea trivittata and Boisea rubrolineata) are often found on boxelder trees, as well as maple and ash trees.
- Considered an undesirable tree for many urban situations.
Morphological Characteristics
- Forms a 40-to 50-foot-tall rounded canopy of very light green foliage.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Boxelder bugs (Boisea trivittata) are closely associated with this tree.