Sweetgum is one of the main valuable forest trees in the southeastern United States, and is a popular ornamental tree in temperate climates. It is recognizable by the combination of its five …

May 7, 2025 · American sweetgum tree fruits come in clusters, turn dark brown in fall, and become as much as 1.5 inches in diameter. While some people find these fruits ornamental, …

May 20, 2021 · Sweetgum trees (botanical name Liquidambar) are a species of large deciduous flowering trees with large lobed leaves, small globular flowers, and seed-containing spiky …

American sweetgum is a woody, deciduous tree frequently found in wet river bottoms, in swamps that frequently flood, and on drier uplands (except the high mountains) throughout North …

Many people prize sweet gum as a landscaping tree because of its beautiful fall color. The star-shaped leaves of sweet gum become even more striking in the autumn, when they turn …

Jun 12, 2023 · To ensure the health and vitality of the American Sweetgum tree, regular care is essential. Adequate watering, especially during periods of drought, is crucial during the tree’s …

Sweet-gum is known for its unique star-shaped leaves with outstanding yellow, red, and purple fall color. It can be an excellent shade tree in the right location, away from foot traffic where the …

Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua) is a striking deciduous tree prized for its star-shaped leaves, brilliant fall color, and unique spiky fruits. A native of the eastern United States, it thrives …

Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua), native to the lower two-thirds of the Eastern United States and parts of Mexico, is only found naturally in Ohio in its southernmost counties, but is planted …

Larval host plant for luna ( Actias luna ) moths. Provides cover for birds and other animals. Dry-moist sites. River bottoms, upland hardwood forests, roadsides. Visit the USF Libraries Atlas …