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Fraxinus excelsior (European Ash)
Physical Description The European Ash is a large tree that can grow up to 130 feet tall, with a straight trunk and a broad, rounded crown. Its leaves…
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Joshua Tree (Yucca brevifolia)
Pics we took at night! Joshua Tree National Park lets visitors stay over at night. Common Names: Joshua Tree Phonetic Spelling: YUK-uh brev-ih-FOH-lee-uh Description: Distribution/Location: Environmental Concerns: Fun…
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Oriental arborvitae
Common Names: Description: Oriental Arborvitae (scientific name: Platycladus orientalis, formerly known as Thuja orientalis) is an evergreen coniferous tree or shrub. It has a distinctive columnar or conical…
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Cycadaceae (Cycas revoluta)
Common Names: Phonetic Spelling: SY-kas rev-oh-LOO-tuh Description: The Cycas revoluta is a slow-growing, evergreen cycad that resembles a palm. It typically grows up to 2 to 3 meters…
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White Arrowroot
Common Names: Description: The White Arrowroot Tree, scientifically known as Tacca leontopetaloides, is a perennial herbaceous plant rather than a tree. It typically grows up to 1-2 meters…
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Pseudotsuga menziesii (Douglas Fir)
Description: Pseudotsuga menziesii, or Douglas fir, is a vital Pinaceae (Pine family) species ecologically, economically, and culturally. While it faces environmental challenges such as logging, fire suppression, pests,…
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