Acer palmatum is a deciduous tree that is native to Japan, Korea, and China. It is a small tree that typically grows up to 20 feet tall and has a spread of up to 25 feet. The leaves are palmate and have 5-7 lobes, with a bright green color in the spring and summer and a red or orange color in the fall. The tree produces small, red flowers in the spring, which are followed by winged seeds.