Common Name: American sycamore
Scientific Name: Platanus occidentalis
Category: Champion (big) tree
Comments: This is a VERY LARGE sycamore tree located in Natural Bridge Station, Rockbridge County, on the banks of the James River at Greenlee House. It is the third largest on record for Virginia. We hope the tree will be protected from future development. The tree is adjacent to the house owned by the first woman settler in Rockbridge County: Mary Greenlee. She was the daughter of James McDowell.
Dendrology Notes: see the VA Big Tree website
Nominator: Lisa van Ravenswaay
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: Rockbridge