Acer tschonoskii, commonly known as Tschonoski’s Maple, is a deciduous tree or large shrub native to cool temperate forests, often found on mountain slopes and forest edges in Japan and the Kuril Islands. It typically grows to a height of 20-25 feet (6-8 meters) and a width of 10-15 feet (3-4.6 meters). The tree has a rounded to oval crown and is noted for its attractive, striated bark and its small, inconspicuous yellow-green flowers that bloom in spring. The foliage is also of interest, with leaves turning a variety of colors in the fall, from yellow to purple.

Tschonoski’s Maple is valued for its adaptability and ornamental qualities, including its beautiful fall coloration. It is suitable for use in urban settings, as a specimen tree, or in mixed borders. While it prefers full sun to part shade, it is adaptable to a range of soil conditions, provided they have slow to medium drainage. This species is also known for its low maintenance requirements and resistance to common maple pests and diseases. However, it may not be readily available in nurseries due to its rarity in cultivation.CC BY-SA 4.0