Wildlife Species Library

Trees

Pacific Dogwood

Cornus nuttallii

With its massive star-shaped blooms and brilliant autumn berries, the Pacific Dogwood is the crowning jewel of the We...

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Pacific madrone

Arbutus menziesii

With its striking cinnamon-colored peeling bark and twisted limbs, the Pacific madrone is the crown jewel of West Coa...

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Pacific silver fir

Abies amabilis

The Pacific silver fir is the shimmering 'lovely' fir of the Northwest, easily identified by its snowy-bottomed needl...

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Panama rubber tree

Castilla elastica

The legendary source of ancient Mesoamerican rubber, this tropical giant is a masterpiece of natural engineering and ...

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paper birch

Betula papyrifera

The ghost of the northern woods, the paper birch is famous for its striking white, peeling bark. It acts as a vital s...

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peachleaf willow

Salix amygdaloides

A majestic sentinel of North American waterways, the peachleaf willow is more than just a tree—it is a thriving ecosy...

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pecan

Carya illinoinensis

A towering giant of the American South, the pecan is more than just a source of delicious nuts—it's a massive ecosyst...

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Persian walnut

Juglans regia

The Persian walnut is a majestic landscape staple that offers more than just delicious nuts; it’s a bustling high-ris...

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pitch pine

Pinus rigida

The rugged architect of the American pine barrens, the pitch pine is a fire-defying evergreen known for its gnarled b...

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pondcypress

Taxodium ascendens

A majestic sentry of the Southeast, the pondcypress transforms from a feathery green spire in summer to a glowing cop...

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princess tree

Paulownia tomentosa

Boasting massive heart-shaped leaves and stunning clusters of fragrant lavender blooms, the princess tree is a fast-g...

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Punjab fig

Ficus palmata

A resilient survivor and a feast for the neighborhood, the Punjab fig turns any backyard into a bustling wildlife buf...