Acer pseudoplatanus - Sycamore maple

Sycamore maple (Acer pseudoplatanus) is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to Europe, tapped for its sugary sap and valued as a hardy windbreak and pioneer species.¹

Inputs

• Hardiness zone 4¹
• Hardiness zone 5¹
• Hardiness zone 6¹
• Hardiness zone 7¹
• Full sun¹
• Semi-shade¹
• Moist soil¹

Outputs

• Maple syrup¹
• Medicinal use¹
• Wood¹
• Fuel¹
• Charcoal¹

Type

• Acer spp. - Maple
• Tree
• Deciduous

Functions

• Windbreak¹
• Attracting bees¹

Footnotes

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