Platanus racemosa, california plane, sycamore trees of. It is a fastgrowing, drought tolerant, sturdy california native that looks best in large gardens, courtyards, and parks. California sycamore platanus racemosa species details. Plants profile for platanus racemosa california sycamore. His veins run cold when he realizes whos been haunting the homestead all along duration. A native, deciduous tree, it has handshaped leaves with five fingers. The common name sycamore is used in england to designate a species in the hard maple group acer pseudoplatanus, whereas plane or planetree is used to name the platanus which grows. With a trunk an inch and a half in diameter it is already showing beautiful white bark.
Larvae of the western tiger swallowtail butterfly papilio rutulus feed on the leaves of this species among other broadleaved trees. Both hummingbirds and butterflies use this plant extensively. Foliage is comprised of large flattened leaves with deeply cut lobes resembling the shape of a hand. The tree of hippocrates, under which the ancient greek physician taught medicine at kos, is reputed to have been an oriental plane tree. Leaves turn pale brown and orange by the end of summer. Revision of the mexican and guatemalan species of platanus. Platanus x acerifolia liberty upright pyramid, fivelobed leaves, reportedly more resistant to powdery mildew and anthracnose, though not immune. All members of platanus are tall, reaching 3050 m 98164 ft in height. Dec 17, 2018 london plane tree leaves are generally fivelobed and, if anything, the leaf teeth are coarser and the lobes not as deeply cut as those of the california plane, platanus racemosa, but the main distinguishing feature is the absence of leafy green stipules at the base of the leaf stalk.
A deciduous tree that grows about 40 tall by 30 wide. They are the sole living members of the family platanaceae. Click below on a thumbnail map or name for species profiles. It measures 106 feet high, with a trunk circumference of 355 inches and a crown spread of 6 feet. The bark is one of the most amazing feature of this tree. Platanus occidentalis american sycamore, platanus racemosa california sycamore selected species. Occurs in following seasons depending on latitude and elevation. Species is monoecious but imperfect, male and female flowers are tiny and borne in dense, round heads. Evidence for genetic erosion of a california native tree. Proteales of north america update, database version 2011 acquired. Platanus x acerifolia willd, synonyme platanus x hispanica muench, platanus hybrida brot. It has been found as far north as tehama and humboldt counties.
California sycamore platanaceae platanus racemosa nutt. Plants in this group have two embryonic leaves dicotyledons. Bark at the base of trunks dark brown and furrowed with ridges separating into thin scales, smooth, pale, and almost white higher in the trunk and on branches. Native distribution map for platanus racemosa map courtesty usda nrcs plants database. Platanus species, california plane tree, california sycamore. The creamy bark on mature trees facilitates identification from great distances. Pdf phylogenetic analyses of dna sequences of six species of platanus were. Platanus orientalis, commonly called oriental plane tree or oriental sycamore, is a deciduous, usually singletrunk tree with distinctive, flaky, browngraycream bark, large maplelike leaves and spherical fruiting balls that persist into winter. About western sycamore platanus racemosa 36 nurseries carry this plant. Centeral platanus occidentalis pollen platanus occidentalis pollen injection, suspension centeral platanus racemosa pollen platanus racemosa pollen injection, suspension centeral phleum pratense pollen phleum pratense pollen injection, suspension centeral holcus lanatus pollen holcus lanatus pollen injection. Platanus definition of platanus by the free dictionary. Platanus racemosa roberts plant information online. The bark can look like a jigsaw puzzle with its interesting patchwork of colors.
There is some fall color and the wood chips make a great mulch. However, it is not a legal authority for statutory or regulatory purposes. Jan 24, 2017 known as sycamore in california or plane tree. General information about platanus racemosa pltra this website uses cookies our website uses cookies to ensure that we give you the best possible online experience. Media in category platanus racemosa the following 46 files are in this category, out of 46 total. The reticulate origin of modern plane trees platanus, platanaceae. It is native to california and baja california, where it grows in canyons, floodplains, and along streams in. John rawlings, c 2005 t his tree and the buttonwood platanus occidentalis of the southern and western states are both called sycamores because of the general resemblance to the european sycamore acer pseudoplatanus, but the relationship is remote as evidenced by the 1inch diameter seed balls that are. While every effort has been made to provide the most reliable and uptodate information available, ultimate legal requirements with respect to species are contained in. It typically has a single trunk which can be massive in older trees, but it may have.
While such events may lead to adverse consequences at the community and ecosystem level, few studies exist on ecologically important tree species. The chips of bark from the trunk and roots can be boiled for coffee. Platanus racemosa landscape plants oregon state university. A tree with widely spreading branches, maplelike leaves and flaky bark, oriental plane is also noted for its dangling, spiky round clusters of fruits. Platanus genus of large monoecious mostly deciduous trees. California sycamore platanus racemosa is a moderate allergen. More on california sycamore platanus racemosa in wikipedia allergens and plants search enter a full or partial species name to find more information on one of over 1200 potentially allergenic plants. The bark has splotches of white and brown which make it look as if its peeling, somewhat resembling a jigsaw puzzle. Origin and distribution of four species of phytophthora. Platanus racemosa trunks can even touch the ground and go back up as demonstrated by the locally famous tree at libby bowl in ojai. Broadleaf deciduous tree to 4080 ft 1224 m, fast growing, irregular, rounded top, often with multiple trunks. Deciduous tree, fast growing 60 to 100 feet tall when mature 1830 m, 60 to 70 feet. P racemosa should be planted in ca rather than the p. Platanus racemosa california sycamore, western sycamore.
Platanus species, california plane tree, california. Western sycamore is a species of plane tree known by several other common names, including california sycamore, california plane, and aliso. The eastern sycamore, platanus occidentalis is generally regarded to be the largest most massive tree in the eastern united states and in the ohio and mississippi basins it attains its greatest size. Platanus racemosa is native to california and baja california, where it grows in riparian areas, canyons, floodplains, at springs and seeps, and along streams and rivers in several types of habitats. Western sycamore a deciduous tree that grows about 40 tall by 30 wide. California sycamore platanus racemosa species details and. If there is plenty of room for this tree in a home garden it can. Some maples, genus acer, also have similarly lobed leaves bigleaf maple is a good. Western sycamore, platanus racemosa, is a large, bright green leaves, mottled, lightcolored bark, arching branches and spreading form characterize this stately tree. A platanus racemosa in oakdale is registered as a california big tree. Platanus racemosa prefers to have its feet near water and performs well in a lawn. California, baja california, on stream and river banks, below 5000 feet elevation 1500 m growth habits. California sycamore trees, to 1525 m, rather massive. Updated for itis by the flora of north america expertise network, in connection with an update for usda plants 20072010 reference for.
Platanus racemosa noun the noun platanus racemosa has 1 sense. Bark peels and flakes off continue reading western sycamore. About western sycamore platanus racemosa 36 nurseries carry this plant add to my plant list. We do not use these to store personal information about you. Platanus species have been known to cause hay fever and asthma. The california sycamore is large, tall tree with a fast growth rate. With age it develops a spreading, irregular, oval or rounded crown of heavy, largediameter branches.
Itis taxonomy is based on the latest scientific consensus available, and is provided as a general reference source for interested parties. Continuing to use this website means you agree to our use of cookies. The california sycamore is a fast growing deciduous tree that reaches up to 4050 ft. California, baja california, on stream and river banks, below 5000 feet elevation 1500 m. Platanus occidentalis x platanus orientalis which could prove to be superior to the parents. Platanus species platanus racemosa name synonyms platanus orientalis var. Platanus racemosa multi this is a large tree that has green leaves with grey undersides and a picturesque branching structure. This is a superior cultivar of california sycamore with larger leaves and beautiful bark. California sycamore platanus racemosa arbor day foundation.
Information is presented on possible origins, and on the distribution of four species of phytophthora. Platanus racemosa is the dominant species in the globally and state endangered sycamorealluvial woodland habitat. Platanus racemosa is a species of plane tree known by several common names, including. London plane tree leaves are generally fivelobed and, if anything, the leaf teeth are coarser and the lobes not as deeply cut as those of the california plane, platanus racemosa, but the main distinguishing feature is the absence of leafy green stipules at the base of the leaf stalk. Description additional information description western sycamore. They are the sole living members of the family platanaceae all members of platanus are tall, reaching 3050 m 98164 ft in height. Platanus racemosa california sycamore big trees nursery. Native to riparian areas in low elevations throughout the state, the deciduous western sycamore is a beautiful addition to any natural landscape. Platanus x acerifolia columbia upright, orangegrey bark, fivelobed leaves. Platanus racemosa noun the noun platanus racemosa has 1 sense 1. Home academics academic departments ornamental horticulture oh170 plant list platanus racemosa. California sycamore, california plane tree platanus racemosa. The bark can look like a jigsaw puzzle with its interesting patchwork of.
A large and majestic tree, the western sycamore grows with a twisting trunk and branch habit, 4080 ft. Platanus occidentalis platanaceae sycamore sycamore platanus sp. Platanus racemosa pltraoverview eppo global database. It tolerates heat, smog, and drought conditions as well as moist conditions. American sycamore platanus orientalis oriental planetree platanus racemosa california sycamore platanus wrightii arizona sycamore legal status. Phylogeny and historical biogeography of the genus platanus as. Platanus orientalis oriental plane tree type species. Platanus synonyms, platanus pronunciation, platanus translation, english dictionary definition of platanus.
Examples of dicotyledons are beans, buttercups, oaks, sunflowers, etc. Pdf the reticulate origin of modern plane trees platanus. Cal sycamore is already a beautiful tree, roberts is more so. The plants database includes the following 5 species of platanus. This sycamore takes wind and heat but isnt drought tolerant until it is established. Platanus racemosa is native to stream banks throughout the lower elevations of california and many of the western states. Platane commun, platane a feuilles derable, platanus x acerifolia. When nonnative, genetically diverse species are introduced, hybridization with native congeners may erode the genetic composition of local species, perhaps even resulting in extinction. Platanus racemosa nutt university of california, irvine. The large palmately lobed leaves may be up to 25 centimetres 9. Erect or spreading and requires ample growing space. Alternate, simple, deciduous, 5 to 10 inches long, palmately lobed usually 35 lobes with lobes about half as long as the leaf.
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