TROPICAL PLANT ENCYCLOPEDIA

Liquidambar styraciflua, American Sweetgum, American-storax

Liquidambar styraciflua

American Sweetgum, American-storax
Family: Altingiaceae
Origin: Eastern North America
USDA Zone: 6-9?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterDeciduous plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Liquidambar styraciflua is a popular ornamental and forestal tree, cultivated for its distinctive foliage and intense autumn colors. It is commonly grown throughout its native North American range as well as many other temperate parts of the world.





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