What a beautiful tree!!! I have always loved the sycamore trees and that is what I am reminded of in my quick look. It could be ANY kind of a tree. *g* The bark came off our sycamore tree the same way. It looks as if it has had rough treatment and that red creeping vine is stealing its life, no doubt. But the tree still holds its limbs out in love and also in asking someone to save it. I hope it lives for many years yet!