Acer fabri - Emerald Jade Maple - Rare Evergreen Chinese Maple

Acer fabriRare Acer fabri - The Emerald Jade Maple - Chinese Evergreen Maple Zones 6-10 The dark green leaves of Acer fabri are unlobed and have a nice glossy emerald shine to them. The new growth shoots are tipped in red. The samaras (seed) are bright red and contrast beautifully with the very dark glossy green foliage. This is an interesting Chinese evergreen maple and is rare in cultivation. While it is sometimes referred to as Faber's maple, I prefer the common name of "Emerald Jade Maple" which Dr. Donglin Zhang of UGA came up with. While the Emerald Jade maple may handle some sunlight, this is the ultimate shade tree. In China, Acer fabri is often used as house plant, because it can thrive and do well in deep shade. Acer fabri is sure to be a great collector piece and talking point in any garden. This species may be grafted onto Acer palmatum or may be on its own roots. E.H. Wilson introduced this interesting evergreen to Western civilization around the turn of the 20th century