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4-H Horticulture Judging Contest

Beth Hinshaw
Extension Speclaist, SE
4-H Youth Development
K-State Research & Extension

620-496-8206

bhinshaw@ksu.edu

Sycamore/American Planetree

Scientific Name: Platanus sp.

Category: Ornamentals

Description:
Sycamores and planetrees (American, London, etc.) are members of the genus Platanus. They are large, woody trees with pealing bark. The leaves are alternate, simple and lobed. The seed balls hang from a short stalk.

 Sycamore branch

Sycamore branch

 Sycamore leaves, assorted

Sycamore leaves, assorted

 Sycamore seed ball

Sycamore seed ball

 Sycamore fruit

Sycamore fruit