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http://www.bushcraftuk.com/gallery/data/500/LEAF.jpg Could someone please tell me what tree this leaf/nut comes from,it has a very destinctive bark and shape to the tree and its the only one I have seen,I do have more photos if needed.
thats if I get this one to work.
Mark II
RovingArcher
06-10-2005, 00:33
It looks similar to American Plaintree (sycamore) (http://www.domtar.com/arbre/english/p_plocc.htm)
Sycamore leaves arent as straight/angular as that, sycamore is about the only tree I can ID :o It grows like a weed round here!
Is it definitely a leaf from the tree, and not a tendrill/vine growing on the tree?
ps I am no good at tree ID, am just asking!
London plane?
http://www.woodlands.co.uk/external.php?link=http://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/infd-5g2kv3 :D :cool:
A useful link that, Goose, thanks. I too have seen these leaves and wondered what they were. I thought they looked like big angular oak leaves.
I think you're right though, with London Plane:
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/infd-5mgj8y
bambodoggy
06-10-2005, 09:13
Looking at the pic I'd say Goose is right, it's a London Plain :D
Cheers,
Bam. :)
The biggest ID feature for London Plane is the distinctive bark, which falls off in plates, leaving the tree ( especially in urban areas,) with a distinct 'dappled' look. This is the tree shedding toxins that build up in the bark. It's why they are such successful trees in London.
:)
Yes, I'd agree as well, looks like a London Plane to me too,
Thanks all , I have checked my other photos and the bark is as described .
so london plane it is.
Now next question can you eat the nuts.
Mark