The Douglas Maple (Acer glabrum var. douglasii) is a native North American maple, often a shrub or small, multi-stemmed tree, known for its distinctive 3-5 lobed leaves, smooth gray bark, reddish new twigs, and brilliant fall colors (yellow to red/orange). Named for botanist David Douglas, it's a tough, adaptable plant found in western North America, thriving in sun or shade, and tolerating various soils, making it a great ornamental or revegetation choice, especially in drier, more open spots than its cousin, the Vine Maple