Acer davidii Hansu suru

Acer rubescens Red Flamingo - is a variegated snakebark maple that will be sure to dazzle you throughout the year! Red Flamingo has leaves that emerge rich in pink with deep red young shoots with white-striped bark. of it. The leaves stay streaked in vivid red-pink with white blotches throughout the season. Fall color is rich with oranges and red. Hardy. Medium sized tree to 15 feet. When established, the Red Flamingo can tolerate down to approximately -11° F ( -24° C) - Zone 6.  Younger plants must be protected the first few years form extreme cold. Parentage uncertain - arising as a seedling in the Esk valley of NZ, named originally Esk Flamingo and then changed to Red Flamingo. Probably belongs to Acer rubescens, or is a hybrid with conspicuum.