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Family name : Aceraceae Scientific name : Acer negundo Common name : Box elder Native American name : Dakota: Acer negundo is a(n) spreading tree, which grows 8 to 10 m in height. This species is commonly found along stream banks and in canyon bottoms throughout the Great Plains. The leaves are opposite and pinnately compound. Acer negundo has yellowish green, single sex, non-showy flowers that bloom from April to May. Additional Notes : The flowers emerge before or along with the leaf emergence. Click here for more information about the life cycle of Acer negundo. Horticulture Notes     Glossary Seed Collection : Collect fruits (samaras) in June or July.  Germination : Plant in moist soil when fruits begin dropping from the trees.  Vegetative Propagation : By seed  Soils : Appear to adapt to most soil types.  Light : Full sun  Water : Grow best where ample water is available.    Foods Uses : Maple syrup and edible mushrooms Click here for more information. Miscellaneous Uses : Fresh twigs are used to make a brown dye. Click here for more information.

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