Consisting
of a single species of deciduous tree native to Japan and China,
this genus is placed in a family of its own, allied to the magnolia
family. Katsura is a Japanese name.
Japanese
Maple
Japanese
maple cultivars provide interesting variations in leaf color and
pattern but most are slow growers. A tendency to leaf out early
makes these maples susceptible to spring frosts. Protect them
from drying winds and direct sun.
