The name Koto-no-Ito means harp string, a reference to the string-like quality of this Japanese Maples narrow, deeply divided leaf lobes.Acer palmatumKoto-no-ito also has a dense, twiggy branch structure that works as the harp frame. The unique, divided leaves have a tinge of red in spring, stay green during summer and change to yellow in fall. Bright green bark and a graceful, elegant form carry the show in winter.
