Sweetgum
Arbor Walk #15, Treekeeper ID #1439
This low-maintenance deciduous shade tree is found natively in much of the Eastern US and in southeast Missouri, usually in low, wet, woodland areas or along stream beds. It is planted as a shade tree in many parks and lawns because of its ease of care and tolerance of a wide variety of soil conditions. Gum from the tree has long been used for a variety of purposes, including chewing gum, incense, perfumes, flavorings, medicines and folk remedies. The hard spiked fruiting clusters, or “gumballs” can hang on the tree all winter.
More information on the Sweetgums in our Arboretum here!
| Common Name | Sweetgum |
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| Latin Name | Liquidambar styraciflua |
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