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| Liquidambar styraciflua - Sweetgum |
| Family |
Hamamelidaceae |
| Botanical Name |
Liquidambar styraciflua |
| Common Name |
Sweetgum |
| Size |
60 - 75' tall with 2/3 spread |
| Hardiness |
Zone 5 - 9 |
| Culture |
Prefers deep, moist, slightly acidic soil. |
| Ornamental Value |
Fall colors range from yellow-red-purple |
| Landscape Use |
For moist soils, in parks, campuses, or lawns; requires large growing space for roots. |
| Key Identifying Characteristics |
Leaves are alternate, simple, star-shaped, stems are yellow-brown, aromatic, and become winged. |
| Notable Cultivars |
'Rotundiloba'
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| Campus Location |
Ag:,
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