California Mountain Maple
About California Mountain Maple
California Mountain Maple is a super rare houseplant šæ that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
California Mountain Maple likes soil that is good at retaining moisture. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
California Mountain Maple belongs to the Acer genus, and is native to Western North America.
Taxonomy
Acer glabrum
Acer
Sapindaceae
Sapindales
Also known as
Douglas' maple, New Mexico maple, Rocky Mountain maple, Sierra maple, dwarf maple, mountain maple and western mountain maple

How to care for California Mountain Maple

How often to water your California Mountain Maple

every 9
California Mountain Maple needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for California Mountain Maple in your home

a window
California Mountain Maple love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
California Mountain Maple does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of California Mountain Maple in your home š”.

How to fertilize California Mountain Maple

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your California Mountain Maple after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

California Mountain Maple is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
California Mountain Maple prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
California Mountain Maple requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
California Mountain Maple is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.
Fertilizer
California Mountain Maple grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
California Mountain Maple grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
California Mountain Maple can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of California Mountain Maple can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for California Mountain Maple
California Mountain Maple
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
