Liquidambar Styraciflua | Sweetgum
Description
Common Name: Liquidambar styraciflua is commonly known as the sweetgum tree.
Common Uses: The sweetgum tree is valued for its attractive foliage, which turns vibrant shades of red, orange, and purple in the autumn, adding a burst of color to landscapes. Its wood is used in making furniture, cabinets, veneer, and paper pulp. The tree also produces a resinous sap used in traditional medicine and as a natural chewing gum.
Interesting Fact: The name "sweetgum" refers to the fragrant, sticky sap that oozes from the tree's bark when it is wounded. This resin has been historically used for its aromatic properties and medicinal benefits.
Growth Characteristics:
Width and Height in 10 Years:
In its initial decade of growth, Liquidambar styraciflua typically demonstrates a moderate growth rate. The width of the tree can vary but generally falls between 3 to 6 meters (10 to 20 feet), while its height may reach approximately 4 to 8 meters (13 to 26 feet) during this period.
Maximum Height: Mature sweetgum trees can attain heights ranging from 20 to 30 meters (65 to 100 feet), with some exceptional specimens exceeding these measurements. They typically have a spread of 12 to 15 meters (40 to 50 feet).
Current Height:
4L Pot
Approx. 1.4m - 1.8m tall.