california redwood
Noun 1. A species of very tall evergreen tree: "California redwood" refers specifically to Sequoia sempervirens, a coniferous tree native to a narrow coastal region of the western United States. It is known for being one of the tallest tree species on Earth.
The term "California redwood" is used as a singular noun to identify the tree species. It is often used in botanical, environmental, and general descriptive contexts. * The California redwood can live for over 2,000 years. * We went hiking in a forest of ancient California redwoods. * Protecting the remaining California redwood groves is a conservation priority.
- The term is frequently used to distinguish this coastal species () from the closely related but distinct giant sequoia (), which grows in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
- In horticulture and landscaping, "California redwood" may be used to specify the species for cultivation purposes, noting its specific habitat requirements.
- Coastal redwood: A common synonym for "California redwood," emphasizing its native habitat.
- Sequoia sempervirens: The scientific (Latin) name for the species.
- Redwood (noun): A more general term that can refer to the California redwood, the giant sequoia, or the wood from these trees. Context usually clarifies the meaning.
- Redwood forest (noun): An ecosystem dominated by these trees.
- Coastal redwood
- (scientific name)
The term "California redwood" has one primary botanical meaning. The related general term "redwood" can also refer to: 1. The durable, reddish timber from these trees, used in construction and carpentry. * Example: The deck was built from reclaimed redwood.
- To be as tall as a redwood: An informal simile used to describe something or someone of great height.
- Example: After his growth spurt, the teenager was as tall as a redwood.
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lofty evergreen of United States coastal foothills from Oregon to Big Sur; it flourishes in wet, rainy, foggy habitats
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