Platanus occidentalis ~ American Sycamore japanese garden It is also used for

It is also used for coughs

The rounded airy panicles of lacey white flowers bloom in summer until frost attracting butterflies and pollinators

A large central stalk rises in summer bearing long panicles of fragrant nodding creamy-white flowers followed by seed capsules

Potential pests are aphids

Platanus occidentalis ~ American Sycamore japanese garden It is also used forThe American Sycamore, scientifically known as Platanus occidentalis, is a large and majestic deciduous tree native to North America. Here's everything you need to know about it: Appearance: American Sycamores are known for their impressive size, reaching heights of up to 100 feet (30 meters) or more. They have a broad, spreading canopy with branches that often grow horizontally. The bark is distinctive, with patches of white, gray, and brown that