Big Leaf Maple
Acer macrophyllum

Location: 37884 3rd. St.
District: Niles
Native to: Local
Tree type: flowering
Leaf retention: deciduous

Comments: Broadleaf deciduous flowering tree native to the Western United States from Alaska to Southern California, and British Colombia in Canada. The species has dark green, 5" leaves with lighter tone on the underside, yellow flowers, and yellow-green winged seeds. Mature tree broad spreading and growing to a height of 40'. These trees can be found throughout Niles Canyon along with the Coastal Live Oak and Bay trees. An attractive tree with yellow to russet color in the Fall.

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NOTICE: This specimen is located on private property.  DO NOT TRESPASS!  No right to enter private property to view the specimen tree is granted by the Roadside Arboretum.  To prevent the transfer of disease and other considerations, do not touch or take samples from the specimen tree or any other plants on the property.

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