SelecTree: Tree Detail
MEXICAN SYCAMORE
Platanus mexicana
Photo Locations: Dallas Arboretum - Dallas, TX
General Notes
Flood tolerant. Requires a moderate amount of water. A good street or park tree. Hardy to 0 degrees F.
Native to Eastern United States.
Family: Platanaceae
Tree Characteristics
Erect or Spreading and requires ample growing space.
Oval, Rounded or Umbrella Shape.
Has Deciduous foliage.
Height: 50 feet.
Width: 30 feet.
Growth Rate: 36 Inches per Year.
Longevity Greater than 150 years.
Leaves Palmate, Medium Green, Bronze or Gold, Deciduous.
Flowers Inconspicuous. Flowers in Spring. Has separate male and female flowers on the same tree (monoecious).
Prolific, Brown or Mostly Green Achene, Medium (0.50 - 1.50 inches), fruiting in Fall or Winter.
Bark White and Tan, Smooth.
Shading Capacity Rated as Dense in Leaf.
Shading Capacity Rated as Moderately Low out of Leaf.
Litter Issue is Dry Fruit, Leaves, Twigs and Bark.
Tree Site Conditions & Constraints
Sunset Zones 1 - 24.
USDA Hardiness Zones 4 - 9.
Exposure Full Sun to Partial Shade.
Wet to Dry Soil.
Drought tolerant.
Clay, Loam or Sand Texture.
Highly Acidic to Highly Alkaline Soil pH.
Salinity Tolerance is Moderate on Coast.
Seaside Tolerance is Medium in Mild Zone.
Pests & Disease Information
Resistant to Texas Root Rot and Verticillium. Susceptible to Invasive Shot Hole Borer, Beetle Borers, Scales and Spider Mites, Anthracnose and Powdery Mildew.
Health, Safety & Environmental Concerns
Branch Strength Rated as Medium.
Root Damage Potential Rated as Moderate.
Allergy Health Hazard.
Biogenic Emissions considered High.
Desirable Wildlife Plant.
Attracts Birds.
Special Uses & Values
Riparian.
Pollarding.
Cite this tree:
SelecTree. "Platanus mexicana Tree Record." 1995-2019. Oct 17, 2019.
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