What is another word for liquidambar?
Pronunciation: [lˈɪkwɪdˌambɑː] (IPA) 
Liquidambar is a beautiful and unique tree with a variety of common names. One synonym for this type of tree is sweetgum, due to the sweet aromatic resin that it produces. Other synonyms include star-leaved gum, redgum, and gumtree. Its scientific name is Liquidambar styraciflua, which refers to the tree's gum-like resin and leaf morphology. The Liquidambar tree is popular for its fall foliage, which can appear in a range of colors from bright yellow to deep purple. It also has a long history of medicinal and cultural significance, with some native tribes using the resin as a form of incense or chewing gum.
