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Acer
palmatum
ICNCP Name: 'Kōrin'

Formerly 'Kôrin'

The International Code of Nomenclature for Cultivated Plants (ICNCP) establishes the rules and regulations for proper naming of plants. When different, the cultivar database displays the correct(ed) ICNCP name, rather than its previous cultivar name.

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Japanese Maple Classification: 
Amoenum Group

Hardiness Zone (for guidance only):

5 to 9
光琳, Kōrin, means "Brilliant Gem." The name probably derives from the celebrated painter Ogata Kōrin (1658-1716) of the Edo Era. He was a key figure in the Rinpa school, known for bright colors and often portaying themes from nature. (ED)
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A green amoenum with wide-rounded lobes. The leaves are brown-tipped in Spring, Fall color is Red and Orange. (ED)

Date of Origin if known:

1987
Origin if known:
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Yano

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