Coast redwood (Sequoia sempervirens)

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Why it is disappearing

  • loss of natural fog forests

  • intense wildfires in recent years

  • fragmentation of original stands

  • historical overlogging


Importance

  • the tallest trees on Earth — can exceed 110 m

  • a crucial stabilizer of coastal ecosystems

  • creates the unique microclimate of fog forests

  • provides refuge for numerous animal species


Appearance

Height: typically 60–100 m
Crown: tall, narrow, elegant
Needles: soft, flat, dark green
Trunk: thick, straight, with reddish bark that resists fire


Natural range

  • the coast of northern California and southwestern Oregon

  • foggy, moist forests near the ocean


Growing conditions

  • moist, deep soil

  • frequent atmospheric moisture (ideally fog)

  • full sun to partial shade

  • protect young trees from extreme heat and drought


When to plant

  • spring or autumn


Ecological benefits

  • exceptional capacity for carbon storage

  • provides habitat for birds, mammals, lichens, and amphibians

  • a key species for restoring coastal forests

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