Platanus wrightii (Arizona Sycamore)


Botanical Information

FamilyPlatanaceae
GenusPlatanus
Specieswrightii
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
OriginMexico and southewestern United States of America.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7 - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height24 m
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodApril, May

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeCan be used as a shade tree in urban areas or as a lawn tree in large patio gardens.
PropagationSeed or cuttings.
CultivationNeeds to be near ground water.
PestsPlane wilt (Ceratocytis platani), anthracnose, powdery mildew, American plum borer and sycamore lace bug.
HabitatGrows in rocky canyons and mountain ranges.
Bark/Stem DescriptionThe bark is smooth, pealing, and white with brown-gray patches.
Leaf DescriptionThe leaves are green above and pale green below.

Photographs