western larch
Definition
Noun: 1. A species of larch tree native to western North America: A tall coniferous tree (Larix occidentalis) characterized by pale green, sharply pointed needles that are deciduous (shed annually) and oblong cones. It is a commercially significant source of timber.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The forest was dominated by the majestic western larch, its golden fall color spectacular.
- The wood of the western larch is highly valued for its strength and durability in construction.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical or forestry contexts: The term is used precisely to distinguish from other larch species, such as the subalpine larch or the eastern larch (tamarack).
- The study compared the growth rates of western larch and Douglas-fir in mixed stands.
Variants and Related Words
- Larch (n): The common name for trees of the genus .
- Larix occidentalis (n): The scientific binomial name for the western larch.
- Tamarack (n): A common name for a different larch species () native to eastern North America.
Synonyms
- Western tamarack: A less common synonym.
- Montana larch: A regional name referencing part of its range.
Notes on Meaning
- The term specifically refers to the tree species itself, not a geographical area. It is a compound noun where "western" describes the primary native range of this particular type of larch.
Noun
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tall larch of western North America have pale green sharply pointed leaves and oblong cones; an important timber tree
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