Sweetgum
Arbor walk #35, Treekeeper #2995
Gum from this tree has long been used for a variety of purposes, including chewing gum, incense, perfumes, flavorings, medicines and folk remedies; however, the hard spiked fruiting clusters, or “gumballs,” are sometimes considered a nuisance. As the name implies, the ‘Slender Silhouette’ cultivar is much thinner and more compact than the species tree, appearing almost columnar in profile. It also produces less fruit, and in a more restricted area.
More information on the Sweetgums in our Arboretum here!
| Common Name | Sweetgum |
|---|---|
| Latin Name | Liquidambar styraciflua |
| Indigenous Name(s) | |
| Cultivar/Variety | ‘Slender Silhouette’ |
| Commercial Name |