The sugar maple (Acer saccharum) is a deciduous tree that is native to the hardwood forests of eastern Canada and the northeastern United States. It is a large tree that can grow up to 120 feet tall with a trunk diameter of up to 4 feet. The leaves are opposite, 3-5 lobed, and 3-6 inches long and wide. They are dark green in color in the summer and turn brilliant shades of yellow, orange, and red in the fall. The sugar maple is a valuable tree for its wood, which is hard, strong, and close-grained. It is used for furniture, flooring, and other products. The sugar maple is also tapped for its sap, which is used to make maple syrup. The sugar maple is a popular ornamental tree and is often planted in parks and gardens.