Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Palmately lobed with 3 primary lobes
Margin
Serrate
Arrangement
Opposite on the stem
Venation
Palmate venation with prominent main veins radiating from the base
Key Features
Opposite simple leaves with three main lobes, serrated margins, and prominent palmate veins
Description
A medium to large deciduous tree featuring smooth gray bark when young becoming scaly with age, producing paired winged samaras, and displaying brilliant red autumn foliage
Habitat
Found across diverse forested wetlands and upland sites, tolerating varied moisture levels and soil types in full sun to partial shade
Native Range
Native to eastern North America, widely planted in urban and suburban landscapes across temperate regions
Identified on 10/18/2026