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sycamore maple

Acer pseudoplatanus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Sapindales ›Family: Sapindaceae ›Genus: Acer

About

Acer pseudoplatanus, known as the sycamore in the United Kingdom and the sycamore maple in the United States, is a flowering plant species in the soapberry and lychee family Sapindaceae. It is a large deciduous, broad-leaved tree, tolerant of wind and coastal exposure. It is native to Central Europe and Western Asia, from France eastwards to Ukraine, northern Turkey and the Caucasus and southwards in the mountains of northern Spain and Italy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sycamore maple?
The scientific name of sycamore maple is Acer pseudoplatanus.
What kingdom does sycamore maple belong to?
sycamore maple belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does sycamore maple belong to?
sycamore maple belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does sycamore maple belong to?
sycamore maple belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does sycamore maple belong to?
sycamore maple belongs to the order Sapindales.
What family does sycamore maple belong to?
sycamore maple belongs to the family Sapindaceae.
What genus does sycamore maple belong to?
sycamore maple belongs to the genus Acer.