Plane Trees | London Plane Tree - Platanus x AcerifoliaDescription Plane Trees Platanus x Acerifolia This large deciduous tree has maple like leaves that turn yellow to brown in autumn. When young it forms a pyramidal shape but as it matures the branches spread out making it a great shade tree. London Plane Tree Also widely used as a lawn tree or street tree and is highly resistant to pollution, removing it from the air. The showy bark also gives it an ornamental appeal. Common Name: London Plane Tree