Platanus — 3 species
Botanical species in the genus Platanus recorded in the PlantPeers database.
EdibleMedicinal
Platanus occidentalis
Platanus occidentalis
Family: Platanaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a deep moist loam, though it tolerates very wet, poorly drained soils. Requires full sun. Tolerates atmospheric pollution and compacted soils.
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Medicinal
Platanus orientalis
Platanus orientalis
Family: Platanaceae
Cultivation
Requires a sunny position in a deep fertile well-drained soil. A fast growing species, established plants are drought tolerant. Tolerates atmospheric pollution and compacted soils.
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