Larch
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Larch
Larix
Larch trees are known for their soft, needle-like leaves that turn golden yellow in the fall. They grow tall and straight, providing homes for birds and insects in forests.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Larch is a unique conifer that boasts soft, bright green needles in spring and summer. Unlike most conifers, its needles turn a brilliant golden yellow in autumn before gracefully falling off, revealing its distinctive bare branches and small woody cones.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassPinopsidaOrderPinalesFamilyPinaceaeGenusLarix
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Larch resin is used as natural glue and was even traditional medicine!
Larch wood is so strong and rot-resistant, it helped build ancient Venice!
Some ancient Larch trees have lived for over 1,000 years!
The Larch is a conifer chameleon, turning brilliant gold before dropping its needles!
Special abilities
Ability
Winter Survivor
Larch sheds its needles each autumn, an adaptation that helps it survive harsh, freezing winter conditions by reducing water loss.
Ability
Tough Timber
Larch has exceptionally strong and rot-resistant wood, making it incredibly durable for construction and outdoor uses.
Ability
Pioneer Power
Larch can thrive in poor, disturbed soils, helping it colonize new areas and prepare the ground for other trees.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 20-45 m
- Canopy Spread
- 8-15 m
- Edible
- No
- Trunk Diameter
- 60-150 cm
- Lifespan
- 200-500 years
- Fruit Type
- Cone
- Growth Rate
- Medium
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
eats
Red squirrel
Sciurus vulgaris
forages on its seeds.
eats
Red deer
Cervus elaphus
browses on young shoots and bark.
parasitizes
Larch bark beetle
Dendroctonus simplex
bores into its wood.
shelters
Pine marten
Martes martes
rests and dens in its canopy.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Cold Hardy
Cold hardy plants are able to withstand low temperatures and freezing conditions without significant damage.
Coniferous
Coniferous plants are typically evergreen, bearing needles or scales and reproductive cones.
Fall Color
Fall color refers to the seasonal change in foliage pigmentation, primarily in deciduous plants, displaying vibrant hues.
Rapid Growing
Rapid growing plants exhibit accelerated growth rates, quickly increasing in size and biomass within a short period.
Timber
Timber refers to wood that has been prepared for use in building and carpentry.
Ancient Lineage
This trait signifies organisms belonging to a very old evolutionary group with ancestors dating back millions of years.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Also known as
Larch Tree
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Enjoy looking at larch trees from a safe distance and avoid climbing them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Larch?
20-45 m
How wide does Larch spread?
8-15 m
Is Larch edible?
No
How big is Larch?
60-150 cm
How long does Larch live?
200-500 years
Where is Larch usually found?
Forests
What kind of fruit does Larch produce?
Cone
How fast does Larch grow?
Medium
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