Acer pseudosieboldianum commonly called Korean maple is an upright, deciduous tree native to forested areas in Korea and China. Also known as Purple bloom Maple as a reference to its unique minute red-purple flowers when new foliage emerges in spring Medium to dark green leaves with doubly serrate lobes turn excellent shades of yellow, orange and red in fall. This small specialty maple is an ideal substitute for the coveted Japanese maple. Korean Maples set themselves apart with their cold tolerance. Deciduous. Keep outdoors.