Category: Trees
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Picea engelmannii
Common Name Picea engelmannii is commonly known as Engelmann spruce. Description Picea engelmannii is a medium to large evergreen coniferous tree known for its slender, conical shape and bluish-green needles. Key characteristics include: Location/Distribution Picea engelmannii is native to western North America. Its distribution includes: Environmental Concerns Engelmann spruce faces several environmental challenges: Other Information…
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Nyssa sylvatica
Common Name Nyssa sylvatica is commonly known as black gum, black tupelo, or simply tupelo. Description Nyssa sylvatica is a medium to large deciduous tree known for its stunning fall foliage and distinctive bark. Key characteristics include: Location/Distribution Nyssa sylvatica is native to eastern North America. Its distribution includes: Environmental Concerns Nyssa sylvatica has minimal…
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Kaikomako (Pennantia baylisiana)
Physical Description The Kaikomako is a small tree endemic to the Three Kings Islands of New Zealand. It grows up to 8 meters (26 feet) tall, with a slender trunk and smooth, gray bark. The leaves are small, shiny, and dark green, and the tree produces clusters of small, white flowers that are followed by…
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Ilex integra
Common Name Ilex integra is commonly known as the toothed holly. Description Ilex integra is an evergreen shrub or small tree known for its glossy foliage and berries. Key characteristics include: Location/Distribution Ilex integra is native to East Asia. Its distribution includes: Environmental Concerns Ilex integra is generally considered beneficial, but there are some environmental…
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Chinese Yew (Taxus chinensis)
Physical Description The Chinese Yew is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree that can grow up to 60 feet (18 meters) tall. It has reddish-brown bark, needle-like leaves, and produces small, red, fleshy seed cones. The tree is slow-growing and has a long lifespan. Environmental Concerns The Chinese Yew is endangered due to over-harvesting for…