Platanus occidentalis

A tall, fast growing tree of floodplains and stream/river corridors. Older trees stand out with white branches due to exfoliating bark. Large trunks can develop hollowed portions very useful for wildlife, including bats. The common name "buttonball" refers to the fruit.

Seedling

light green leaves, reddish stem
Commonly seeds along edges of streams & creeks. Notice reddish stem.
F. Robert Wesley

Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
Sycamore
Type: 
Native
Shrubs, Trees
Moisture: 
Moist
Light: 
Sun
Part Sun
Showy fruit
Recommended for gardening

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