Dawn Redwood
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Scientific name | Metasequoia |
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Rank | Genus |
Division | Pinophyta |
Higher classification | Cupressaceae |
Class | Pinopsida |
Did you know | It is a fast-growing tree to 130–150 feet (40–45 m) tall and 6 feet (2 m) in trunk diameter in cultivation so far (with the potential to grow even higher). |
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ID | 1219088 |
About Dawn Redwood
Metasequoia, or dawn redwood, is a fast-growing deciduous tree, one of three species of conifers known as redwoods, and the sole living species in its genus. It is native to Lichuan county in Hubei province, China. Although the shortest of the redwoods, it grows to at least 165 feet in height.