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1. (n.) Japanese maple
a small maple tree, Acer palmatum, of Korea and Japan, having bright red foliage in autumn.

Etymology: (1895–1900)

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1. (noun) Japanese maple, Acer palmatum
ornamental shrub or small tree of Japan and Korea with deeply incised leaves; cultivated in many varieties

2. (noun) Japanese maple, full moon maple, Acer japonicum
leaves deeply incised and bright red in autumn; Japan

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