Leaves are alternate, pinnately compound with 15-23 leaflets. Leaves fragrant when crushed. It includes a picture of the leaf and the entire tree. This site tells all the characteristics of the Red Maple. New growth and petiole reddish.
Leaves are often a lighter color on lower surface than top.
Fall color variable. It includes a picture of the leaf and the entire tree. This site tells all the characteristics of the Silver Maple. Medium-green above, silvery beneath. Flower is yellowish to red.