In the southern part of its range, Red
Maples may start sprouting new leaves
as early as March.
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New leaves of Acer rubrum are compact
and fuzzy.
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Acer rubrum seeds are enclosed in a
bright red papery winged case called a
samara.
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Red maple samaras grow and pairs,
and are dispersed by wind.
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Acer rubrum is one of the first species to
add color back to the forests. In early
spring, the red samaras begin to sprout.
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The showy seeds from which this maple
species derives its common name develop
before the leaves. Daingerfield, TX
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