The name of this species is derived from the Latin for sharp (acer) in reference to the pointed leaves and its similarity to the species Platanus with ‘oides’ being Latin for ‘resembling’, culminating in Acer platanoides. Also, the seed of Sugar Maple trees are globular where Acer Platanoides' seeds are flat. The sap from Norway Maples is not used for maple syrup as it is low in sugar. Firstly, Sugar Maple trees produce a clear sap whereas Norway Maples (Acer platanoides) produce a white sap. Sometimes confused with the Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum), there are a few tell-tale signs to distinguish between the two species. The difference between Acer platanoides and Acer saccharum Depending on the planting conditions, Acer Platanoides trees can live for anything from 60 to 250 years. It is popular to plant them in streets and avenues as they are tolerant of poor, compacted soils, drought and pollution. The fruit of Maple trees are called 'samara', with Acer Platanoides producing a double samara. Norway Maple trees produce corymbs of small, yellow-green flowers which appear in spring before new leaves emerge. The leaves typically change colour in autumn, before falling.

The attractive lobed leaves come in a variety of colours, including green, yellow and purple. Norway Maple trees are deciduous with broad, rounded crowns that create a dense canopy, making them ideal for screening purposes.

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