Acer saccharum (species)
- Scope note
- Species of maple tree native to the eastern half of North America, widely grown as an ornamental and shade tree. It is a commercially important source of maple syrup, maple sugar, and hardwood lumber. Some trees of this species tend to develop special grain patterns called "bird's-eye maple." The tree has a smooth trunk, five-lobed leaves, and winged seeds.
- Date of creation: 03-Feb-2025
Accepted term: 03-Feb-2025 
