Liquidambar styraciflua — Sweet Gum

A fairly common 17th century introduction from the southern United States.

The five-lobed leaves resemble those of maples but are alternate. The foliage reliably produces good autumn colour. Buds are red and pointed.

For similar trees see: Planes

 
 

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