Acer campestre Field maple (Aceraceae) Deciduous tree

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Acer campestre
Field maple
Deciduous tree
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The Acer campestre plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Aceraceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Field maple.

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Latin Name:  Acer campestre
Common Name:  Field maple
Family:  Aceraceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  15   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Open deciduous woods, hedgerows and scrub, usually on basic soils[17].

Medicinal Information: The bark is astringent and slightly anticholesterolemic[7]. A decoction has been used to bathe sore eyes[7]. The bark should be sun-dried and then stored in a dry place until required[7].

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