Plane tree Allergy: Complete Guide
Summary — Plane tree
- Scientific name
- Platanus
- Family
- Platanaceae
- Season
- March to April
- Zones
- Urban areas across Europe
- Toxicity (Ct)
- 1 — Standard
Plane tree Pollination Period
Plane tree pollen is active from March to April. Monthly pollination calendar:
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
AirPollens Tip
Check our real-time map to see current plane tree pollen levels in your city.
Geographic zones
Plane tree is mainly found in: Urban areas across Europe.
Symptoms of Plane tree allergy
- Sneezing fits, especially in the morning
- Rhinitis: runny nose
- Allergic conjunctivitis: red, watery, itchy eyes
- Nasal congestion
- Fatigue and irritability
AirPollens Toxicity Coefficient
The toxicity coefficient (Ct) of plane tree is 1. Its allergenic potential is standard.
Cross allergies
People allergic to plane tree pollen may react to certain foods. Complete guide to cross allergies.
Tips and prevention
- Check the AirPollens map every morning
- Go out after rain (pollen is washed away)
- Keep windows closed during peak pollination
- Rinse your nose with saline solution in the evening
- Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes
Real-time data
Track plane tree pollen levels in real time on the AirPollens interactive map.
Sources
Data from Open-Meteo CAMS, Atmo France, RNSA, EAN and Copernicus. Toxicity coefficient calculated by the proprietary AirPollens algorithm.