Author: Christopher Ko
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Quercus agrifolia
Phonetic Spelling KWER-kus ag-rih-FOH-lee-uh Common Names Appearance Habitats Environmental Impacts Growth Factors Fun Facts
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Juglans Regia (English Walnut)
Description: Known as English Walnut, Persian Walnut, Juglans regia is a vital agricultural species with significant economic, nutritional, and ecological impacts. Its cultivation requires careful management to address environmental concerns and ensure sustainable production. Typically grows 10-40 meters (33-131 feet) tall. Pinnately compound, with 5-9 leaflets, each leaflet being oval and dark green, slightly serrated…
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Picea sitchensis
Common Name Picea sitchensis is commonly known as the Sitka spruce. Description Picea sitchensis is a large, evergreen coniferous tree known for its towering height, straight trunk, and sharp, stiff needles. Key characteristics include: Location/Distribution Picea sitchensis is native to the west coast of North America. Its distribution includes: Environmental Concerns Sitka spruce has a…
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Gingko biloba
Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: GINK-go BIL-oh-buh Description: Ginkgo biloba is a deciduous tree with a unique fan-shaped leaf. It can grow up to 30 meters (98 feet) tall and has a distinctive, irregular branching pattern. The leaves are bilobed, with a fan-like shape and a bright green color that turns yellow in the fall. They…
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Heteromeles arbutifolia
Phonetic Spelling het-er-OM-uh-leez ar-byoo-tih-FOH-lee-uh Common Names Appearance Habitats