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By Steve Nix, About.com Guide to Forestry since 1997

Sycamore - Not Just a Planetree

Tuesday October 26, 2004
The American sycamore or western planetree is North America's largest native broadleaf tree and is often planted in yards and parks.
Platanus occidentalis is readily identifiable with broad, maplelike leaves and a trunk and limb complexion of mixed green, tan and cream. Some suggest it looks like camouflage...Read More

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