Florida Native:	Yes
Special interest:	None
Growth Rate:	Rapid
Height at Maturity:	50'
Width at Maturity:	50'
Grow Space:	Any, well-drained
Soil Requirements:	Large, 30' from OHU
Cold Hardiness:	Hardy
Evergreen/Deciduous:	Deciduous, two months
Salt Tolerance:	Low
Drought Tolerance:	Moderate
Comments:	Susceptible to large branch and stem failures when mature. Tree is prone to decay, which leads to a useful urban life of only about 40 years, even with proper maintenance. Droughty soils weaken the tree and make it more prone to disease. A nice forest tree. It should not be promoted for urban use.
Uses:	Reforestation, wildlife
Maintenance:	$$$$