Sycamore
Platanus wrightii
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Tree |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | High |
| Sun | Full sun, partial shade |
| Pollinators | Wind |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
50-80' × 30-60' |
| Flowering Season | April-May |
| Flower Color | Balled catkins |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -30 °F |
| Leaf Description | More or less palmate (arranged like a palm) with 3-5 "fingers" |
| Fruit | Dried balls consisting of individual seeds |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 2000-6500 ft. |
| Description | Though not as widespread as cottonwood, this riparian tree is still found in a good portion of the state from around the Sedona area down to Tucson. Look for Sycamores in wet canyons with reliable ground or surface water. In the fall the foliage of this species turns deep red, and even when leaves have fallen in the winter the white, mottled bark is attractive enough to lend visual interest. This is a large tree reaching heights of 80 feet, so it requires ample space, but most importantly this plant requires abundant moisture. Sycamores make an excellent perch for nesting birds. |
