Liquidambar Styraciflua

Sweetgum

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Deciduous tree known for star-shaped leaves and brilliant autumn coloration; native to southeastern North America.
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Plant Details

Common Name Sweetgum
Family Hamamelidaceae
Genus Liquidambar
Species Styraciflua
Origin United States, Mexico
Blooming Small flowers in spring; ornamental for foliage and autumn color
Leaf Color Green, turning red/orange/yellow in autumn
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, moist, well-drained soil; tolerates clay but prefers acidic to neutral pH.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during establishment; drought tolerant once mature.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for best color; high light indoors only for young plants or conservatory settings.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth.

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Pruning

Remove dead wood and shape in late winter/early spring before bud break.

Pest Control Aphid Leafhopper Scale

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 7 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 250
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 80%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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