Japanese maple

American  

noun

1. a small, graceful maple tree, Acer palmatum, of Korea and Japan, having small, purple flowers, the foliage turning bright red in autumn.

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Etymology

Origin of Japanese maple

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

After the Martinezes moved in, they received a letter from one of the original owners’ sons regarding the property’s Japanese maple trees.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2024

A sprinkling of sheer tulle gowns with Japanese maple leaves were the exception that proved the rule in this overall tasteful collection, which used humor and design quirks to keep energy levels up.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 7, 2022

Q: We recently found a bald spot on our Japanese maple.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 17, 2022

“We designed an outdoor living room around the Japanese maple tree in front that connects with glass walls to the indoor living room straight through to the screened porch at the back of the house.”

From Washington Post • Dec. 1, 2021

So it seemed only fitting that we were back together on a Tuesday, here in the house with the Japanese maple out front.

From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom