Botanical Name: Common Names:
Platanus hispanica Plane Tree, London Plane Tree,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Deciduous
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Trees Broad Domed
Description:
A large deciduous tree with attractive flaky-grey and cream bark and large maple-like leaves. Commonly planted as a street tree and in avenues in Australia because of its tolerance to the heat and pollution. Also known as Platanus acerifolia.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
10-25m 4-10m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Any, Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Feature, Formal Garden, Park And Gardens, Shady Garden, Shade Tree
Pests & Diseases: Powdery Mildew
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Platanaceae Europe
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green, Yellow
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: N/A
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: High
Wind: High