Common Name: American sycamore
Scientific Name: Platanus occidentalis
Category: Champion (big) tree
Comments: This is the state champion tree located on the banks of the Cowpasture River in Bath County. The tree is hollow, and several adults can stand inside the tree and look at the river through a "window" in the trunk.
Dendrology Notes: see the Big Tree Database
Nominator: John Wright
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: Bath