Acer palmatum ‘Koto no Ito’ has  been described as the dancing monkey tree for the way the extremely narrow lobes dance in the wind. The habit of 'Koto no ito' is upright and very nice. It's vary narrow strap like leaves  inspired Koichiro Wada of  Japan to name it 'Koto no ito' which means harp strings.  Fall color begins as a wonderful yellow moving towards gold and finishing blended with orange. 

10 year size:  Height: 5-6 Feet   Width: 3-5 Feet

Spring Color: Green

Summer Color: Green

Fall Color: Yellow

Sun Tolerance: Partial

Planting: Elevated, Well Drained Soil