Acer Die Back

Question

BushDoctor provided an answer for my question. More information: the branches split around 3 feet from the ground. One is living and one is dead.

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Answer 1

This is helpful! It appears to be Verticillium Wilt. This disease is not curable, but can be maintained with quite a bit of effort.

Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/verticillium-wilt-treatment.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/japanese-maple/japanese-maple-tree-lifespan.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/japanese-maple/japanese-maple-problems.htm