A literature study and survey of sycamore maple (Acer pseudoplatanus L.) in southern Sweden
Sycamore maple (Acer pseudoplatanus L.) is a common broadleaved species throughout Europe, however often
of minor interest to the forest sector. There is currently a lack of research on sycamore maple, and some of its
characteristics have throughout history contributed to a negative reputation in both literature and the forest
society. Since broadleaved species in general are of great importance to the forest sector in Europe and
presumably of enhanced significance in the future, deepened research is needed and particularly Swedish.
With a desire to hopefully increase the interest for sycamore maple, was the objective of the study to examine
the current status of the sycamore stands in southern Sweden. The study was carried out both as a survey with
inventory field work and as a literature study. Parts of the latter mentioned is also presented in the
introduction.
The study shows that the majority of the sycamore stands in Sweden are growing well, producing fairly high
qualities and volumes. The survey gives a well detailed description of the current status of where, how and
when the stands were established and by whom. In addition, most of the stand and site characteristics.
The lack of historical documentation on different management regimes and proveniences obstruct definite
conclusions in the study, the recommendation is to fund more research on the topic in order to bring way for
an increased diversity among the broadleaved species in southern Sweden.