Sappy types (6)

I believe the answer is:

maples

(Other definitions for maples that I've seen before include "Acer trees" , "(Canadian) trees" , "Trees providing syrup" , "MP sale of trees" , "Trees of Canada" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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