This large deciduous tree has a smooth greyish trunk with spreading branches that form a rounded crown. It has dark green lobed leaves and the small saucer-shaped yellow flowers appear in a cluster during spring and followed by reddish winged fruit.

Hardiness zones 7 to 9 

Acer velutinum is naturally found from the Caucasus to northern Iran growing in woodlands and forests. It tolerates most well drained fertile deep moist loams and grows in an open sunny position and is drought tender but frost tolerant. 

The Persian Maple is grown for its spreading habit and foliage. It is planted in large gardens or parks as a shade or specimen tree. It is suitable for coastal and low mountain regions establishing in 2-4 years and is long lived. It is not suitable for domestic gardens and care should be taken when planting as the roots can block drains or lift concrete. ID 3193

Note:
This is the largest species in the genus.

Acer (AR-ser) velutinum (VEL-oo-TEE-num)

Sapindaceae (sap-in-DAY-see-ee) 
Litchi, Maple, Horse Chestnut and Hop Bush Family