Identification:
Leaves—
classic maple shape, dark green/red
Twigs—
long, thin, dark chestnut color
Flowers—
small green round clusters
Fruit—
winged pairs with clustered seeds
Bark—
somewhat smooth, dull gray color
Natural History:
Lifespan—
Their typical-growing is 150 years.
General description—
These fast-growing trees can resist poor soil and pollution, it is also well known for overtaking other tree species and invade their natural ecosystems when planted in parks such as the ones in Toronto.
Natural distribution and habitat—
native to Eurasia, and it can also be planted in North America.
Conservation status—
no conservation issues since it is best not to plant too many of them since they easily overtake other trees when planted.
Uses—
Since it was able to survive the dutch elm disease in the mid 20th century, it was replanted again in many parks.
