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| Sycamore Tree in Winter |
American Sycamore trees have broad leaves are known by
several titles including: American plane, Occidental plane, and Buttonwood Tree
Buttonball, with its scientific name Platinus
occidentalis
Character
American Sycamore trees can grow where other trees on
average cannot grow on the ground like a narrow place, along the sidewalk, the
area with low oxygen and high pH. However, the best place for Sycamore Tree growing is soil moist and
not dry. Sycamore tree leaves can grow very fast and very loving of sunshine. Growing
17 feet long 17 years. Often divide two or more rods close to the surface. And
the magnitude of the branches will spread out to form an irregular crown. Mature
trees usually develop hollow portions and areas of decay making then vulnerable
to wind and ice.
Distribution
In its native range, it is often
found in riparian and wetland areas.
The range extends from Iowa
to Ontario and Maine in
the north, Nebraska in
the west, and south to Texas and Florida.
Closely related species occur in Mexico and
the southwestern states of the USA. Sycamore Tree sometimes grown for timber,
and has become naturalized in some areas outside its native range. It has grown
well in Bismarck, North Dakota, and
is sold as far south as Okeechobee. The American Sycamore is also well
adapted to life in Argentina and Australia and
is quite widespread across the Australian continent
especially in the cooler southern states such as Victoria and New South Wales.
Usefulness
In the economic value, Sycamore tree
is not too high in value. The tree is not too strong and easily broken. Not
much use as the main ingredient is only made for furniture at the back of a
closet or drawer sides. Because of the low value is more suitable for use as
material for making boxes, pallets, and others.
In addition, Sycamore trees can also serve as a refuge for wildlife, like
birds, squirrels or beavers. . Sycamore trees also provide food. Small mammals
will eat the fruit, deer can eat the leaves and the birds enjoy the seeds
Sycamores are one of the quickest growing residential trees
available. They are a good choice for landscaping and provide a lot of shade.
Sycamores may be used in home landscaping as well as in public areas. They are
often planted along river banks or lake shores. Their roots intertwine and help
to prevent soil erosion.
Pests and Diseases
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| Sycamore Anthracnose |
Sycamore Anthracnose – This sycamore disease results in extensive defoliation, shoot
dieback, and twig death. Often confused with frost damage, signs of sycamore
anthracnose include brown areas on leaves and cancer on the trunk and main
branches.
Powdery Mildew – Occurring in shady areas that have high humidity,
powdery mildew looks like circular patches of grayish white material (spores)
on twigs and leaves. The disease can cause leaves to drop and can stunt growth.
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| Sycamore Lace Bug |
Sycamore Lace Bug – The adult insect has a lacy pattern on its head,
wings and chest. Both the adults and nymphs feed on the undersides of the
sycamore's leaves. They feed on the sap, causing the leaves to turn yellow.
Heavy infestations can reduce growth.
Other sycamore tree diseases and pests include: Root Rots, Cancer, Wood
Rots and mistletoe.
References: www.Wikipedia.com, www.forestry.about.com, www.savatree.com, www.clemson.edu, www.ehow.com
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