Tatarian Maple
Acer tataricumfam. Sapindaceae
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Pl. 08AB — Acer tataricum
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IOverview
Overview
Tatarian Maple (Acer tataricum) is a deciduous tree belonging to the Sapindaceae family, known for its ornamental value and various uses. Native to regions including Afghanistan, Albania, Altay, Amur, Austria, Bulgaria, and China North-Central, this tree thrives in moist, light to medium soil and prefers full to partial sun. It can grow up to 9 meters tall and is hardy in zones 3-7, making it suitable for temperate regions. The Tatarian Maple's distinctive features include maple-like leaves and small, greenish-yellow flowers that appear in spring, making it a notable addition to gardens and landscapes. The plant's sap and seeds are edible, providing a sweetener in various culinary applications. Its bark has been used medicinally, though caution is advised when considering its use. Cultivation of Tatarian Maple is relatively straightforward, as it thrives in moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated through sap or seeds. Its introduction into regions such as Illinois, Minnesota, New York, Poland, Vermont, West Siberia, and Wisconsin has made it a popular choice for ornamental purposes and as a companion plant.
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What is Tatarian Maple?
Tatarian Maple (Acer tataricum) is a deciduous tree belonging to the Sapindaceae family, known for its ornamental value and various uses.
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Maple and Dock
digestiontincture
Traditional use for digestive support.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Tatarian Maple (Acer tataricum) thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is hardy in zones 3-7, making it suitable for temperate regions. This maple can grow up to 9 meters tall and requires regular watering to maintain its health. For propagation, consider sowing seeds directly in the ground or starting them indoors.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
3-7
Mature size
9.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Tatarian Maple for the first time
8steps
Start with a simple planting of Tatarian Maple to experience growing trees.
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What you'll need
Tatarian Maple saplings, garden gloves, spade or trowel.
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Best time to plant
Plant in early spring or late autumn when the soil is workable and temperatures are mild.
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Soil and container prep
Choose a location with well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). Ensure the site gets full to partial sun.
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Sowing or transplanting
Transplant saplings from nursery containers into your garden. Dig a hole twice as wide and equally deep as the root ball.
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First two weeks
Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. Monitor for any signs of stress or pests.
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Ongoing care
Provide regular watering during dry spells and mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune in late winter before new growth starts. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
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Common mistakes
Avoid planting too deep, overwatering, and neglecting proper pruning techniques.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:SapSeed
Edible uses: Sweetener
Other uses:CompanionPreservative
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
35 native · 7 introduced
Distribution
35 native · 7 introducedDistribution across2 continents· 35 native· 7 introduced
Europe10 regions
native (8)AlbaniaAustriaBulgariaGreeceHungaryRomaniaRussiaUkraine
introduced (2)PolandRussia
Asia8 regions
native (8)AfghanistanChinaIranJapanKazakhstanSouth KoreaTurkeyUzbekistan
Broader regions
native:Altay, Amur, Czechoslovakia, Khabarovsk, Kirgizstan, Kuril Is., Primorye, Sakhalin, Tadzhikistan, Transcaucasus, Turkey-in-Europe, Yugoslavia
introduced:Illinois, Minnesota, New York, Vermont, Wisconsin
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