Plane trees (Platanus) greatly contribute to urban life with their beauty, the shade they provide, and the oxygen they release. Unfortunately, there aren’t enough plane trees in our parks. With this campaign, we demand that plane trees be planted as commonly as pine trees and that every park include at least a few of them.

 

We call on local governments, urban planners, and environmental organizations to include plane trees in city landscaping and help us leave a greener, healthier world for future generations.

Support this cause and help us raise our voices: Let’s have a plane tree in every park!

Why?

1. Longevity:

Plane trees can live between 200 and 1000 years.

In comparison, the average lifespan of an urban tree is around 40–60 years.

 

2. Shade Capacity:

A mature plane tree has a canopy spread of 20–30 meters.

This can fully shade a 2–3 story building.

The temperature under its shade can be 5–8°C cooler than direct sunlight.

 

3. Oxygen Production:

A mature plane tree produces about 120 kg of oxygen per year.

This amount is enough to meet the annual oxygen needs of two adults.

 

4. Air Purification Capacity:

Its leaves can filter about 1.5–2 kg of dust and particulate matter annually.

It can help reduce urban air pollution by up to 10%.

 

5. Carbon Sequestration:

It absorbs an average of 25–40 kg of carbon dioxide per year.

Over 40 years, a plane tree can store approximately 1 ton of CO₂.

 

6. Drought Resistance:

While it needs more water when young, after 5–10 years it can survive in areas with as little as 300–400 mm of annual rainfall.

Its deep roots make it highly resistant to summer droughts.

 

7. Wildlife Support:

A single mature plane tree can provide nesting space for more than 30 bird species.

It increases biodiversity by supporting insects and pollinators.

Let’s compare the carbon absorption capacity of the plane tree (Platanus) with other common urban trees, using clear numerical values:

 

Plane Tree (Platanus):

Absorbs about 25–40 kg of carbon dioxide (CO₂) per year.

Over 40 years, it can store a total of 1000–1600 kg (1–1.6 tons) of CO₂.

 

Oak Tree (Quercus):

Absorbs around 20–30 kg of CO₂ annually.

In 40 years, it can store 800–1200 kg, slightly less than the plane tree.

 

Maple Tree (Acer):

Stores 15–25 kg of CO₂ per year.

Over 40 years, it can absorb 600–1000 kg, which is 30–40% less than the plane tree.

 

Linden Tree (Tilia):

Has an annual carbon absorption of about 15–20 kg.

That totals 600–800 kg in 40 years—roughly half of what a plane tree can store.

 

Pine Tree (Pinus):

Typically absorbs 10–20 kg of CO₂ per year.

In 40 years, it stores 400–800 kg, significantly less than the plane tree.

 

Ash Tree (Fraxinus):

Absorbs 10–15 kg of CO₂ per year.

Over 40 years, it can store 400–600 kg, about one-third of the plane tree’s capacity.

 

 

In conclusion, the plane tree is 30% to 300% more effective in carbon sequestration than many other common urban trees, making it one of the most climate-beneficial choices for city planning.

 

 

 

By planting a plane tree today, we don’t just create shade — we plant hope for the future. Let’s take action together and be part of the green change that can save our world.