Sycamore Maple

== AKA ==
European Sycamore
== Desc ==
Large maple tree that is native to Europe. They are named for the similarities to our Sycamore trees. presumably the crown, bark and leaves. Leaves are pretty big. Sycamore Maple leafs out pretty late in Spring, around May. They flower around the same time as leafing. The flowers are in hanging clusters. Samaras will replace them in the summer. The samaras remain in clusters. While most sites claim the seeds are invasive, I don't see it. These trees here almost never have much if any seedling trees. They are also pretty slow growing compared to other maple trees. They grow maybe a foot per year. They are unique as their buds stay green all year. Scaly and exfoliating bark. 
== General ==
60-80' 
Introduced from Asia
Exfoliating Bark- Unique for a maple. 
Evergreen Buds. Buds remain green all winter.
Uncommon tree.
Not generally invasive.
Category:Trees and Shrubs
Category:Nature