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Genus: Platanus Species: X acerifolia Common Name: London Plane Tree Family: Platanaceae Order: Proteales Native: Parents: P. occidentalis X P. orientalis Habit: Tree Height: 75 to 100 feet Width: 60 to 80 feet Flowering Season: Spring Flower Color: Red (female) and Yellow (male) Propagation: Stem cutting, layering or grafting Zone: 5-8 Note: This monoecious (separate male and female flowers) plant is suitable for large areas as a shade, lawn or street tree. Bark flaking occurs on younger wood. Monitor plant for anthracnose, powdery mildew and sycamore lacebugs. Prefers sunny, moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil.