Information Sheet
Woodland Plants 

Sycamore
(Acer pseudoplatanus)

Flowers:
Green in April and May

Seed/Fruit:
double samara, known as a helicopter.

Seed dispersal:
using the wind

Group: Plants
Although originating in central and southern Europe it has now colonised as far north as the Shetlands. It is the most common Maple (Acer) in Europe.

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