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Bigleaf Maple (Acer macrophyllum)

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  • Scientific Name: Acer macrophyllum — Bigleaf Maple.

  • Native Home: Western North America, from southern Alaska to California.

  • Height: 15–35 metres.

  • Lifespan: 200–300 years.

Uses and Harvesting

  • Timber: Moderately hard wood valued for furniture, cabinetry, and decorative grain.

  • Harvesting: Harvested for lumber, veneer, and specialty woodworking.

  • Age to Harvest: Around 50–80 years for commercial timber.

  • Products: Furniture, flooring, musical instruments, veneer, and decorative woodwork.

History and Global Production

  • Traditional Use: Indigenous peoples used its wood for practical items and its sap as a sweetener.

  • Global Spread: Native to western North America and planted in parks and gardens in other temperate regions for its exceptionally large leaves and shade.

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