Wildlife Species Library

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California bay

Umbellularia californica

The California bay is the pungent sentinel of Western forests, known for its spicy aroma and dense evergreen canopy. ...

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California incense-cedar

Calocedrus decurrens

The California incense-cedar is a titan of the West, recognizable by its aromatic, reddish bark and unique 'wine glas...

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Candlebark

Eucalyptus rubida

A masterpiece of the Australian tablelands, the Candlebark is famous for its glowing white trunk that blushes deep pi...

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Cape Ash

Ekebergia capensis

A majestic African evergreen with a sweeping canopy, the Cape Ash is a cornerstone of biodiversity that transforms an...

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Cape Fig

Ficus sur

Often called the 'supermarket of the bush,' the Cape Fig is a massive, fast-growing tree that produces spectacular cl...

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Carolina hemlock

Tsuga caroliniana

A rare and rugged gem of the southern Appalachians, the Carolina hemlock stands as a resilient sentinel on rocky moun...

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Ceylon cinnamon

Cinnamomum verum

The legendary 'true cinnamon' of Sri Lanka, this aromatic evergreen is as beautiful in a garden as it is essential in...

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Cheese Tree

Glochidion ferdinandi

Famous for its whimsical fruit that looks exactly like miniature wheels of cheese, this Australian native is a bustli...

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Chinaberry

Melia azedarach

The Chinaberry is a stunning but controversial resident of the backyard landscape, famous for its fragrant lilac bloo...

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Chinese Cinnamon

Cinnamomum cassia

The Chinese Cinnamon is more than just a kitchen staple; it is a stunning subtropical evergreen with aromatic bark an...

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Chinese Tallow

Triadica sebifera

Famous for its 'popcorn' seeds and electric autumn colors, the Chinese Tallow is a resilient survivor that brings a b...

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coast redwood

Sequoia sempervirens

The coast redwood is a living skyscraper, standing as the tallest tree on Earth and a silent witness to centuries of ...

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common fig

Ficus carica

An ancient symbol of abundance, the common fig is a structural masterpiece that serves as a high-energy buffet for ba...

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Common Wild Fig

Ficus burkei

A majestic keystone of the African wilderness, the Common Wild Fig is a 'living pantry' that sustains hundreds of spe...

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common yew

Taxus baccata

A symbol of immortality and ancient mystery, the common yew is an evergreen icon of the European landscape. Known for...

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crack willow

Salix euxina

The Eastern Crack Willow is a shimmering riparian giant, famous for its 'snapping' branches and its ability to thrive...