Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)
₹3,000.00 Regular Price
₹800.00Sale Price
Excluding Taxes
Scientific Name: Acer saccharum — Sugar Maple.
Native Home: Eastern Canada and the northeastern and central-eastern United States.
Height: 20–35 m.
Lifespan: 200–400 years or more.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Strong, dense hardwood with a fine, pale cream-coloured grain.
Harvesting: Harvested from managed forests for high-quality hardwood.
Age to Harvest: Approximately 60–100 years for valuable sawtimber, depending on growing conditions.
Products: Furniture, flooring, musical instruments, sports equipment, and butcher blocks.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Famous for maple syrup production; its timber has long been used for tools and furniture.
Global Spread: Commercially important in Canada and the United States, with timber exported internationally.
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