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Oriental sweetgum
Scientific Name: Liquidambar orientalis
Family: Hamamelidaceae
Category: Dicot
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Oriental Sweetgum (Liquidambar orientalis)
Liquidambar orientalis, commonly known as Oriental sweetgum or Turkish sweetgum, is a deciduous tree prized for its fragrant resin and beautiful autumn foliage.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions the presence of resin (storax), which may be a consideration if pets ingest parts of the plant.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Liquidambar orientalis
- Common Names: Oriental sweetgum, Turkish sweetgum, Oriental sweet gum, Balm of Gilead, Liquid storax, Lordwood, Turkish Sweet gum
- Synonym: Liquidambar imberbe
- Family: Hamamelidaceae (Witch-hazel Family)
- Kingdom: (Not explicitly mentioned in the provided text)
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the eastern Mediterranean region, particularly Turkey.
- Found in flood plains and marshy places.
- Also found in France.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Deciduous tree.
- Slow-growing.
- Known for superb autumn color, even in climates where this is not typical.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Essential oils from Liquidambar orientalis can affect the growth and morphogenesis of phytopathogenic fungi.
- In Petaloudes Valley, the scent of Oriental Sweetgum trees attracts moths, creating a unique biotope.
Other Information
- The sweetly scented resin produced by L. orientalis is known as storax.
- Storax has been used in fragrances and medicines.
Resources
- RHS (Royal Horticultural Society)
- Dave's Garden
- Discover Life
- EBSCOhost