acer macrophyllum

noun

Meaning

A large deciduous tree native to western North America, known for having the largest leaves of any maple species.

Examples

  • The acer macrophyllum is commonly referred to as the bigleaf maple due to the impressive size of its foliage.
  • During the autumn months, the leaves of the acer macrophyllum turn a brilliant shade of yellow.

Synonyms: bigleaf maple, Oregon maple