Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa

Common name: Essenblaarahorn, Kaliforniese esdoring, Ashleaf maple, Box elder, Maple ash

Family: Sapindaceae (Soapberry)

Distribution: North America

IUCN Red list: Not evaluated

Black list: Listed NEMBA Category 3 Invasive - May not be propagated or transported.

Comments: Although native to North America, it is considered an invasive species in some areas of that continent. It can quickly colonize both cultivated and uncultivated areas. Native Americans use the wood and sap for a huge variety of things - bowls, incense, sugar, etc.