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sycamore maple (Acer pseudoplatanus)

Sycamore maple (Acer pseudoplatanus) is a large deciduous tree native to Europe and Western Asia, known for its vigorous growth and tolerance to various conditions.

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, fertile loam

Temperature

Hardy

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers full sun for best growth and color, but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Moderate

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce frequency for mature trees.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile loam

Temperature

Hardy

Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy in USDA zones 4-7.

Fertilizer

Low

Fertilize sparingly in early spring with a balanced, slow-release formula if needed.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

15-35 m

Spread

10-25 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Acer abchasicum Rupr.
Acer atropurpureum Dippel
Acer dittrichii Ortmann
Acer erythrocarpum Dippel
Acer euchlorum Dippel
Acer leopoldii (Van Geert) Van Geert
Acer melliodorum Opiz
Acer opizii Ortmann
Acer procerum Salisb.
Acer purpureum Dippel
Acer rafinesquianum Dippel
Acer villosum C.Presl
Acer wondracekii Opiz
Acer worleei Dippel
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSapindales
  • familySapindaceae
  • genusAcer
  • speciesAcer pseudoplatanus
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Seeds and seedlings contain hypoglycin A, which is highly toxic to horses, causing Atypical Myopathy. Symptoms include muscle weakness, tremors, and collapse, often fatal.

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