WHITPAIN TOWNSHIP HERITAGE TREE REGISTRY CELEBRATING UNIQUE AND SIGNIFICANT TREES
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American Sycamore
Platanus occidentalis
​Prophecy Creek Park


  • Identified in 2000 as the largest tree in Whitpain Township
  • Located behind the Prophecy Creek Park Manor House adjacent to the pond
  • Recognized in 2009 S a Pennsylvania Champion Tree
  • Recognized as the Township's largest tree on October 21, 2000 at the dedication of Prophecy Creek Park
  • Estimated to be approximately 300-years old
  • Preservation maintenance provided by the Shade Tree Commission
  • Circumference at 4 1/2 feet:  22' 8"
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