Norway maple
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The Norway maple (Acer platanoides) is a Eurasian maple tree widely planted in the U.S. for shade. It is known for its dark green leaves, which can also be reddish or have red veins. Maples, in general, are a large genus of trees and shrubs valued for their ornamental qualities, striking autumn colors, and in some cases, for maple syrup and hardwood. The Norway maple is described as a handsome tree with a dense, rounded crown and spectacular clusters of greenish-yellow flowers in early spring. Cultivated varieties offer diverse leaf colors, including red, maroon, bronze, or purple, and various growth forms.12
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