Platanus acerifolia
London planetree · London Plane · Platanus × acerifolia
Description
Source: leafsnapPlatanus × acerifolia, Platanus × hispanica, or hybrid plane, is a tree in the genus Platanus. It is often known by the synonym London plane, or London planetree. It is usually thought to be a hybrid of Platanus orientalis (oriental plane) and Platanus occidentalis (American sycamore). Some authorities think that it may be a cultivar of P. orientalis.
🌳 Often mistaken for merely another street tree, the london Plane conceals its true abilities beneath its bark. Acting as a powerful urban air cleanser, the london Plane's ample leaves capture and neutralize airborne contaminants. This trait makes it an excellent choice for city landscaping. Although not widely used, the london Plane's wood serves for medium-grade furniture and artistic turnings, appealing to hobbyists with its tightly packed grain and rich color that polishes to an eye-catching shine.
🎭 Filled with wit
Care Guide
💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun
The London Plane grows best in locations with ample sunlight. It also tolerates areas that receive only limited sun. Heavy shading can inhibit its healthy development, while very intense sunlight may cause slight stress, though it generally endures such conditions well.
🌡️ Temperature 15–37.8°C
London Plane is native to temperate environments and requires temperatures from 59 to 100.4 °F (15 to 38 ℃). It prefers moderate warmth but will adjust to a wide range of temperatures when properly cared for across different seasons.
💨 Humidity
🪴 Soil 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer
Fertilize your London Plane in early spring to encourage healthy growth. Regular feeding improves overall health, promoting vigorous development, increased tolerance of adverse conditions, and enhanced resistance to pests and diseases. Keep to a specific fertilization routine for your London Plane to achieve vibrant, richly colored foliage and a lush appearance.
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity
Characteristics
- Plant Type
- Tree
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Platanus
- Family
- Platanaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 7-11
- Mature Height
- 21 m
- Mature Spread
- 17.98 m to 22.56 m
- Leaf Color
- Green, Blue
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Yellow, Green, Red, Brown
- Flower Size
- 2.03 cm to 3.05 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Early spring, Mid spring, Mid summer, Late summer, Fall, Winter