Common Name: American sycamore
Scientific Name: Platanus occidentalis
Category: Historic tree
Comments: This is the second largest sycamore in Virginia and is located on the old McDonald Mill site outside of Blacksburg. McDonald Mill is an early settlement on the old Catawba Rd. linking the Roanoke River Valley and points west, an historic roadway. The tree was originally nominated as a big tree by the Blacksburg Mountain 4-H Club.
Nominator: Joyce and Ken Martin
This tree is not on public or publicly accessible property. The owner's name, address, and the exact location of the tree are not displayed to protect the privacy of these individuals. If you are the owner and wish to make this information public, please let us know.
County/City: Montgomery