Encyclopedia · Platanaceae · Platanus occidentalis
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Platanus occidentalis
American Sycamore
Platanus · Platanaceae
American Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 25 m high and 18 m spread, with a rounded canopy form. Its recorded local performance is somewhat reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Platanus
Family
Platanaceae
Common name
American Sycamore
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Platanus occidentalis belongs to the Platanus genus within the Platanaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Regular water during heat and extended dry periods
Light
Wind
Soil
Dry soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
25 m H × 18 m W
Landscape use
Limit use
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Platanus occidentalis observation photograph — GBIF · ashleyrsteel · http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/