Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua) Common Name(s): Sweetgum, Redgum, Sapgum, satin walnut Scientific Name: Liquidambar styraciflua Distribution: Southeastern United States Tree Size: 65-100 ft (20-30 m) tall, 2-3 ft (.6-1 m) trunk diameter Average Dried Weight: 34 lbs/ft3 (545 kg/m