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Platanus occidentalis

American sycamore

American sycamore is vast and stately at maturity, with uniquely shaped leaves and peeling, plated bark that can easily be considered its most striking ornamental characteristic. This species grows into a broad, rounded crown, and tolerates the worst of soil conditions, including spray from road salt and air pollution.

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Height: 70-100 ft
Spread: 40-60 ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-9


Bloom Color: Insignificant

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Wet
Average
Ecoregion
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
Attracts Wildlife
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Attracts Songbirds
Host Plant
Tolerance
Salt Tolerant
Urban Environment
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Specimen


North American Distribution


Photo by Frank Bramley (c) Native Plant Trust
Photo by Frank Bramley (c) Native Plant Trust
Photo by Frank Bramley (c) Native Plant Trust
Photo by Frank Bramley (c) Native Plant Trust