Broadly columnar, deciduous. Largest leaves of the genus. Yellowish-white flowers with red spots, 2-3 weeks after A. hippocastanum. Fruits pear shaped and warty. Rare in NZ.

Naturally occuring from Raglan northwards, capable of growing in coastal Southland with light frosts. Columnar shape when young, lower branches self pruning producing a long clear trunk.

Mexico to Northern Argentina, along the Andies. Broadly conical, evergreen in mild climates, fast growth on moist sites. Lighter green broader leaves than A. jorullensis. Hardwood timber used for furniture, construction, charcoal, pulp and good firewood.

Taiwan. Broadly conical, deciduous. Vigorous growth and good form. Little data available. Catkins attractive as with most alders and bacteria in root nodules fix atmospheric nitrogen improving the soil.