vine maple
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of vine maple
An Americanism dating back to 1870–75
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Planted around the base of the vine maple, the bold foliage of a hosta or three creates a visual still point and offers contrast to the fine texture of Northern sea oats.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 1, 2023
While this recipe is designed for summer, its charms extend beyond the growing season, when vine maple foliage takes on shades of gold, orange and red.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 1, 2023
Enter the sale and a patch of vine maple, alder and devils club reaching out above a carpet of sword ferns, fragrant decomposing leaves, moss and spongy soil.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 23, 2023
Steffen also praises Acer circinatum ‘Burgundy Jewel’, a purple-leaf selection of our native vine maple.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 6, 2022
They filled a grain sack with coins and bills, leased seven acres of stumps and vine maple, purchased a ploiv horse, and started clearing.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
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