Sycamore Maple
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Sycamore Maple
Acer pseudoplatanus
The Sycamore Maple is a big tree with wide leaves. Its bark is unique and looks like it’s peeling off!
Habitat: Woodlands and urban areas
Appearance
The Sycamore Maple is a large deciduous tree with broad, five-lobed leaves. Its smooth grey bark flakes off to reveal orange-brown patches, especially on older trees. It produces distinctive paired, winged seeds that spin like helicopters.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSapindalesFamilySapindaceaeGenusAcer
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
3
Interesting facts
Its scientific name, 'pseudoplatanus,' means 'false plane tree' because its leaves look similar!
The wood is highly valued for making musical instruments, like violins and guitars!
This tree can live for hundreds of years, becoming a grand forest giant!
Tiny aphids often make sweet 'honeydew' on its leaves, attracting bees and ants!
Special abilities
Ability
Samara Spinner
Sycamore Maple has winged seeds that spin like helicopters, carrying them far to find new places to grow.
Ability
Bark Peeler
Sycamore Maple's bark peels in plates, helping it shed moss and parasites, keeping its trunk healthy.
Ability
Urban Survivor
Sycamore Maple can tolerate pollution, winds, and salt, allowing it to thrive in tough city environments.
Ability
Sap Streamer
Sycamore Maple has sap rich in sugars, providing energy for spring growth and can be tapped for sweet syrup.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 20-35 m
- Canopy Spread
- 15-25 m
- Edible
- Yes
- Trunk Diameter
- 100-150 cm
- Lifespan
- 150-300 years
- Fruit Type
- Samara
- Growth Rate
- Medium
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
eats
Sycamore Aphid
Drepanosiphum platanoidis
feeds on its sap and leaves
eats
Grey Squirrel
Sciurus carolinensis
eats its abundant winged seeds
parasitizes
Tar Spot Fungus
Rhytisma acerinum
causes distinct black spots on leaves
depends on
European Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
collects nectar and honeydew from leaves
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Broadleaf Tree
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Fall Color
Fall color refers to the seasonal change in foliage pigmentation, primarily in deciduous plants, displaying vibrant hues.
Rapid Growing
Rapid growing plants exhibit accelerated growth rates, quickly increasing in size and biomass within a short period.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Also known as
European SycamoreSycamore Plane
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Do not pick or eat anything you find. Some plants and mushrooms can be harmful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Sycamore Maple?
20-35 m
How wide does Sycamore Maple spread?
15-25 m
Is Sycamore Maple edible?
Yes
How big is Sycamore Maple?
100-150 cm
How long does Sycamore Maple live?
150-300 years
Where is Sycamore Maple usually found?
Woodlands and urban areas
What kind of fruit does Sycamore Maple produce?
Samara
How fast does Sycamore Maple grow?
Medium
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