Quick answer: Red maple (Acer rubrum) is native to 30 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seed, verified 15 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | High water, Moist |
| Soil | Moist, slightly acidic soils |
| Bloom | Bloom Mar-Apr |
| Height | 40-60 ft, up to 100 ft |
| Wildlife value | Browsed by deer and moose, supports birds/squirrels, larval host for Rosy Maple Moth, special value to native and honey bees |
Toxicity
Leaves and bark poisonous to livestock
Buying it
Wild species
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (15 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
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