Names: dapim c’a, Big Leaf Maple, Acer macrophyllum

Native American uses: The leaves were used to wrap earth-baked goods like acorn bread. New shoots were heated and split for baskets and bark was used for making skirts.

Bird Uses: Seeds and flowers are eaten by the Evening Grosbeak, Black-headed Grosbeak, Goldfinches, and Pine Siskin; deciduous foliage provides good insect foraging for warblers, vireos, and bushtits, and provides good shelter and nesting.