| Family | Platanaceae (Plane-tree Family) |
|---|---|
| Genus | Platanus (Sycamore Buttonwood Planetree Buttonball-Tree) |
| Species | occidentalis |
| Plant Type | Tree |
| Diameter at Breast Height | 18 in |
| Spread | 10 ft |
| Stormwater Intercepted | 9.73 gals |
| Air Pollutants Removed | 0.04 lbs |
| CO2/Carbon Reduced | 1.00 lbs |
| Space Status | Planted |
| Heritage | Yes |
| Memorial Tree | Yes |
| Dedicated/Memorial Label | In Honor of 1989 Diamond Anniversary of Extension Service (Donated by the Department of Botany & Plant Pathology). This 'space tree', was germinated in outer space, was planted in spring 1990 by astronaut Jerry Ross and his wife Karen (NASA food expert) to commemorate the impact 4-H experiences had on their lives. |
| Purdue Name Number | 505 |
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The Purdue Arboretum is a collaboration between the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture and Physical Facilities Grounds Department