Sycamore

 

Common Name	Sycamore
Scientific Name	Platanus occidentalis
Native Region	West, Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Dry Upland Site, Moist Upland Site, Water's Edge
Light Preference	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Wildlife Value	birds, small mammals
Soil pH	Acidic (pH<6), Neutral (pH 6-8)
Height	over 50'
Bloom Time	Spring
Evergreen	No
Comments	outer layer of bark flakes off revealing lighter colors beneath; large leaves; excellent cavity tree for mammals and wood ducks; fast grower