The Dawes Arboretum

Common name: Ryusen Japanese maple

Family: Aceraceae (maple family)

Synonym: Acer palmatum 'Ryu sei'

Distribution: Species native to e. Asia

Hardiness: USDA Zone 5

Life form: Deciduous tree

Plant Patent Info.: PP18,501; 19 February, 2008

Comments: A slow-growing small deciduous tree with magnificent, strongly weeping habit. Bright green foliage emerges late, avoiding frost. Expect to reach 20' tall and 8' wide after many years. Train to desired height or let cascade over a wall. Fall color is brilliant golden-orange and bright red. Reported as more heat and sun tolerant than other cultivars.