Kyushu maple; red snakebark maple
A species of maple native to Japan, known for its striped bark. Botanical name: Acer capillipes.
The Kyushu maple is characterized by red stripes on its trunk.
Katakana spelling often used in botanical contexts; usually written in kana.
Compound of 細 (hoso, 'thin') + 枝 (e, 'branch') or 柄 (e, 'handle/stalk') + 楓 (kaede, 'maple'). The exact derivation is uncertain; the name likely refers to the slender branches or leaf stalks.