Liquidambar styraciflua – Sweet Gum

Liquidambar styraciflua, the Sweetgum, is a deciduous tree native to North America. It is known for its distinctive star-shaped leaves that turn vibrant shades of orange, crimson and purple in the autumn, making it a popular choice for landscaping and ornamental purposes. Sweetgum trees typically reach heights of up to 20 metres. They thrive in moist, well-drained situations in acid or neutral soil.