Sycamore Maple
Acer pseudoplatanus · Sapindaceae (Soapberry family)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Palmately lobed with 5 lobes
Margin
Serrate
Arrangement
Opposite with a long petiole
Venation
Palmate venation with prominent veins
Key Features
Five-lobed palmate shape with serrate margins and prominent palmate veins
Description
Large deciduous tree with a broad crown, smooth grey bark becoming scaly with age, paired winged samaras, and yellow autumn foliage
Habitat
Temperate forests and urban landscapes in moist, well-drained soils
Native Range
Native to Central and Southeastern Europe and Western Asia, widely planted globally
Identified on 10/25/2026