Black gum (Nyssa sylvatica)
Black gum, also known as Sour gum, Beetlebung
Nyssa sylvatica, also called black gum or tupelo, is a deciduous tree indigenous to eastern North America. Known for its medium size, this tree is frequently grown in parks for its stunning scarlet foliage in the fall.
Key Facts About Black gum
Attributes of Black gum
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
20 m to 25 m
Spread
6 m to 9 m
Leaf Color
Green Red Orange Purple Blue Yellow
Flower Size
1.3 cm
Flower Color
Green Yellow White
Scientific Classification of Black gum
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Cornales
Family
Tupelo
Genus
Tupelo
Species
Black gum