Common Name: Mexican Sycamore Latin Name: Platanus mexicana Tree Size: Large Leaf Type: Deciduous Growth Rate: Rapid Water Needs: Moderate Tolerances: Drought, alkaline soils (pH > 7.5) Attributes: attractive seeds or fruit Features: Upright form; peeling park; round seed balls; and large leaves with silvery undersides. Comments: Resistant to bacterial leaf scorch and drought conditions. Problems: Fruit and leaf drop. May not be cold tolerant. Firewise: Yes

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