Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
487754

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 999 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487086

Common Names

  • Platanus orientalis
  • Oriental Plane
  • Oriental Sycamore

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Synonyms

  • Platanus nana hort. ex K.Koch [unknown]
  • Platanus insularis Kotschy ex Koehne [unknown]
  • Platanus elongata Steud. [unknown]
  • Platanus laciniata hort. ex K.Koch [unknown]
  • Platanus macrophylla Cree ex W.H.Baxter [unknown]
  • Platanus algeriensis hort. ex K.Koch [unknown]
  • Platanus cretica Dode [unknown]
  • Platanus digitata Gordon [unknown]
  • Platanus nepalensis hort. ex W.H.Baxter [unknown]
  • Platanus umbrosa Salisb. [unknown]
  • Platanus pyramidalis Bolle ex Koehne [unknown]
  • Platanus orientalior Dode [unknown]
  • Platanus vitifolia Spach ex Dippel [unknown]
  • Platanus undulata Steud. [unknown]
  • Platanus reuteri hort. ex K.Koch [unknown]
  • Platanus umbraculifera hort. ex K.Koch [unknown]
  • Platanus palmata Moench [unknown]
  • Platanus orientalis digitata (Gordon) Jankó [unknown]
  • Platanus orientalis nepalensis (Morren) Wesm. [unknown]
  • Platanus digitata Gord. [deprecated]
  • Platanus digitifolia Palib. [unknown]
  • Platanus orientalis elongata Aiton [unknown]
  • Platanus orientalis undulata Aiton [unknown]

Description

Platanus orientalis (also called oriental plane, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the eastern Mediterranean region. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along stream banks and in open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Platanus orientalis is a large, deciduous tree with a wide, spreading canopy. It is often used in urban landscapes and parks. Its leaves are used as a source of food for some species of butterflies and moths. The wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white or yellowish-white, with five petals. Seed: Small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Leaves are linear, with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platanus orientalis is a deciduous tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Platanus orientalis

Platanus orientalis is native to Asia and is found in moist, well-drained soils. It is also found in parts of China, Japan, and Korea.

Platanus orientalis FAQ

What is the common name of Platanus orientalis?

Oriental Plane

What is the growth habit of Platanus orientalis?

It is a deciduous tree with a spreading growth habit.

What is the native range of Platanus orientalis?

It is native to southeastern Europe and southwestern Asia.

References