What Is a Crimson Queen Japanese Maple?
The crimson queen Japanese maple is also known by its scientific name Acer palmatum dissectum, or “crimson queen.” It is an easily identified variety of Japanese maples because of its show-stopping qualities. The leaves of the tree may be purple, with the occasion bit of green when they first unfurl, but as fall approaches, the leaves appear to burst into a display of almost unrealistically bright red. The name thus relates to this characteristic and the fact that these trees may reign supreme when it comes to showcasing fall colors.
