Sequoia sempervirens — Coast Redwood

A rather infrequent mid-19th century introduction from the west coast of America, the world's tallest tree (but not in Britain!)

The mature tree has a rather thin, open appearance. The leaves are rather yew-like, except near the tips of young shoots, where they are arranged radially. The cones are just 2cm in length.

‘Adpressa’ is an uncommon form with smaller leaves, white-banded above.

‘Cantab’ is a rare form with very broad leaves.

For similar trees see: Yew-like leaves

 
 

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