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Oriental Sweet Gum

Liquidambar Orientalis

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Overview

The Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar orientalis) is a captivating deciduous tree, treasured for its star-shaped leaves and rich autumn hues. Mature specimens reach up to 30-40 ft high and spread 25-30 ft wide. Spring to summer, glossy green foliage transitions to fiery oranges, deep purples, and reds in fall. Prefers well-drained soils with full sun to partial shade. Exudes fragrant storax resin, often used in perfumes and medicines. Hardy to USDA Zone 7-10.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 7–10Climate Temperate
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — The Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar orientalis) is a captivating deciduous tree
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — celebrated for its aesthetic appeal and versatility in landscape designOriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — Exudes fragrant storax resin, often used in perfumes and medicinesOriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — Prefers well-drained soils with full sun to partial shadeOriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — Spring to summer, glossy green foliage transitions to fiery oranges, deep purples, and reds in fallOriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — Mature specimens reach up to 30-40 ft high and spread 25-30 ft wideOriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — treasured for its star-shaped leaves and rich autumn hues+59

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Hamamelidaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — is a captivating specimen
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — celebrated for its aesthetic appeal and versatility in landscape design
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — Exudes fragrant storax resin, often used in perfumes and medicines
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — Prefers well-drained soils with full sun to partial shade
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — Spring to summer, glossy green foliage transitions to fiery oranges, deep purples, and reds in fall
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — Mature specimens reach up to 30-40 ft high and spread 25-30 ft wide
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — treasured for its star-shaped leaves and rich autumn hues
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — The Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar orientalis) is a captivating deciduous tree
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — Mature trees commonly reach heights between 40 to 60 feet
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — It is a deciduous tree that holds origins in the warm temperate regions of southwestern Asia
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — showcasing a rounded canopy that can spread approximately 25 to 35 feet in width
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — resembling the leaves of a maple
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — and is exceptionally notable for its vibrant seasonal color changes
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — transitioning to a brilliant display of yellows
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — During the growing season
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — and it also produces distinctive
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — and deep reds in the fall
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — spiky fruiting balls that add textural interest during the winter months after the leaves have fallen
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — Preferring full sun and moist
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — well-drained soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — consider its space requirements and noteworthy size at maturity
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — given adequate space to flourish
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — celebrated for its aesthetic appeal and versatility in landscape design; prefers well-drained soils, image 56
Oriental Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Orientalis) — It serves well as a shade tree in larger gardens or as a striking street tree

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