The trees have an extensive root system that can be used to bind the soil. They are often grown on banks in order to prevent soil erosion . The wood is close-grained, soft and light, weighing 33lb per cubic foot. Resources: http://www.pfaf.org/database/plants.php?Acer+spicatum http://plants.usda.gov/java/profile?symbol=ACSP2&photoID=acsp2_002_ahp.tif http://www.fs.fed.us/database/feis/plants/shrub/acespi/all.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acer_spicatum tags: Herbs & Plants author: Mukul comments: