Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Sycamore Maple |
| MainColor | Yellow |
| PlantType |  Tree |
| Growth Type |  Native |
| Season | May |
| ImageUrl | Acer-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location | Abbots Langley |
| Human Toxicity | Non_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
A large, fast-growing deciduous tree with broad, lobed leaves and winged seeds (“helicopters”). Common across the UK in woodlands, parks, and urban areas. Sometimes considered invasive in sensitive habitats.
Distribution
Native to central/southern Europe; widely naturalised in the UK.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Wood is used for furniture and flooring; trees provide shade and shelter.
Edibility
Not edible.
Human Toxicity
The seeds and seedlings can be toxic to horses, causing a condition known as Atypical Myopathy.
Pet Toxicity
Not Toxic