Liquidambar styraciflua (American Sweetgum) - Image 7

Botanical name: Liquidambar styraciflua

Common names: American Sweetgum, American-storax

Family: Altingiaceae

Origin: Eastern North America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 6-9?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterDeciduous plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Liquidambar styraciflua (American Sweetgum) red star shaped leaves close up on tree branch
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