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Mottled, peeling bark of a London Plane with large green leavesTrees

Platanus × hispanica

London Plane

The London Plane is an imposing, fast-growing tree famous for its mottled bark that peels in large flakes, revealing a mosaic of green, yellow, and cream. The large, hand-shaped leaves provide dense shade. The plane tolerates urban pollution and extreme pruning, making it one of the world's most popular avenue trees.

Full sunMedium2000–4000 cm