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(Acer monspessulanum)
Montpellier Maple (Acer monspessulanum)
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Pedrocchi César
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Photo by: Pedrocchi César | License Type: CC BY-SA 4.0 | License URL: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ | Attribution: Pedrocchi César (cc-by-sa) | Rights Holder: Pedrocchi César | Publisher: PlantNet | Date Created: 2019-09-08T12:26:46Z | Title: Acer monspessulanum L.: leaf | Notes: Acer monspessulanum L.: bark |
Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Long Beach, California
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 6" - 137" | 14" | Your precipitation may be insufficient for this plant. Irrigate N" / year. | Irrigate N" / year |
| • High Temp. | 56°F - 112°F | 83°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 6°F - 64°F | 46°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant should grow well at your location with about N inches per year (Y minutes per month) of irrigation.
Summary
Acer monspessulanum, commonly known as Montpellier Maple, is a deciduous tree or densely branched shrub native to the maquis and garrigue scrublands, as well as open woodlands of the Mediterranean region to Turkey, Syria and Iran. It typically grows to a height of 10–15 meters and has a trunk up to 75 cm in diameter. Young trees feature smooth, dark grey bark that becomes finely fissured with age. The foliage is notable for its late autumn drop, often not until November. Montpellier Maple produces inconspicuous pendulous corymbs of yellow to white flowers each spring, measuring 2–3 cm in length.
This species is valued for its adaptability to a range of urban settings, including street and park plantings, due to its moderate size and attractive, dense canopy. It is also appreciated for its drought tolerance once established, making it suitable for xeriscaping. Montpellier Maple thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils, though it can tolerate a variety of soil types. While it is relatively low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to pests such as aphids and diseases like verticillium wilt. Gardeners should be aware of these potential issues and monitor the health of the tree regularly.CC BY-SA 4.0
This species is valued for its adaptability to a range of urban settings, including street and park plantings, due to its moderate size and attractive, dense canopy. It is also appreciated for its drought tolerance once established, making it suitable for xeriscaping. Montpellier Maple thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils, though it can tolerate a variety of soil types. While it is relatively low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to pests such as aphids and diseases like verticillium wilt. Gardeners should be aware of these potential issues and monitor the health of the tree regularly.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Tree
- Height: 18-30 feet
- Width: 18-30 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
native to the maquis and garrigue scrublands, as well as open woodlands of the Mediterranean region to Turkey, Syria and Iran
Other Names
Common Names: Felsen-Ahorn, Französischer Ahorn, Dvärglönn
Scientific Names: Acer monspessulanum, Acer ibericum, Acer turcomanicum, Acer liburnicum, Acer monspessulanum f. liburnicum, Acer monspessulanum f. rumelicum, Acer monspessulanum var. divergens, Acer canescens, Acer cinerascens var. subglabrum
GBIF Accepted Name: Acer monspessulanum L.