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Mexican Sycamore

Platanus Mexicana

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Overview

The California Sycamore, or Platanus mexicana, is a robust deciduous tree, reaching heights of 40-100 feet with a canopy spread of up to 70 feet. Recognized by its mottled bark and broad, lobed leaves, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. This tree is a stately choice for large landscapes, offering ample shade and stunning autumn foliage. Seasonal seed pods add interest, attracting birds and wildlife.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — deciduous leaves of the California Sycamore are characteristically maple-like; this tree is a stately choice for large
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — Recognized by its mottled bark and broad, lobed leaves, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils; when, image 45Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — This tree is a stately choice for large landscapes, offering ample shade and stunning autumn foliage, image 25Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — scientifically named Platanus racemosa and sometimes referred to as the Western SycamoreMexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — tree for full; when designing a landscapeMexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — which peels away in patches; this tree is a stately choice for large landscapes, offering ample shade and stunningMexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — providing ample space for growth to avoid potential disruption to nearby structures or hardscapes; reveals a canvas of+43

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Platanaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — deciduous leaves of the California Sycamore are characteristically maple-like; this tree is a stately choice for large
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — Recognized by its mottled bark and broad, lobed leaves, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils; when, image 45
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — This tree is a stately choice for large landscapes, offering ample shade and stunning autumn foliage, image 25
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — scientifically named Platanus racemosa and sometimes referred to as the Western Sycamore
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — tree for full; when designing a landscape
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — which peels away in patches; this tree is a stately choice for large landscapes, offering ample shade and stunning
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — providing ample space for growth to avoid potential disruption to nearby structures or hardscapes; reveals a canvas of
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — This tree is a stately choice for large landscapes, offering ample shade and stunning autumn foliage
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — reveals a canvas of creamy white and olive green beneath
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — reveals a canvas of creamy white and olive green beneath, image 32
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — is a robust deciduous tree
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — stands as a stately tree renowned for its majestic stature and striking appearance; this tree is a stately choice for
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — reaching heights of 40-100 feet with a canopy spread of up to 70 feet; reveals a canvas of creamy white and olive green
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — providing ample space for growth to avoid potential disruption to nearby structures or hardscapes
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — A native specimen to the riparian and wetland areas of California and Baja
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — as long as adequate moisture is present; this tree is a stately choice for large landscapes, offering ample shade and
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — tree for full
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — Seasonal seed pods add interest, attracting birds and wildlife; reveals a canvas of creamy white and olive green beneath
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — Recognized by its mottled bark and broad, lobed leaves, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — from well-drained soils to heavier clay substrates; when designing a landscape
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — reaching heights of 40-100 feet with a canopy spread of up to 70 feet
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — providing a striking visual interest year-round; when designing a landscape
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — as long as adequate moisture is present
Mexican Sycamore (Platanus Mexicana) — which peels away in patches
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