Wildlife Species Library

Trees

Jack pine

Pinus banksiana

A resilient survivor of the North American wilderness, the Jack pine is a fire-adapted icon known for its twisted nee...

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Japanese angelica tree

Aralia elata

A striking architectural tree that transforms from a thorny skeleton in winter to a lush, tropical-looking sanctuary ...

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Japanese larch

Larix kaempferi

The Japanese larch is a seasonal showstopper, trading its soft blue-green needles for a crown of liquid gold every au...

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Jeffrey pine

Pinus jeffreyi

Known for its sweet, vanilla-scented bark and massive 'gentle' cones, the Jeffrey pine is a majestic icon of the high...

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knobcone pine

Pinus attenuata

The Knobcone Pine is the rugged survivalist of the tree world, holding its seeds in 'time capsules' that only fire ca...

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kousa dogwood

Cornus kousa

A four-season showstopper, the Kousa Dogwood lights up backyards with starry white blooms and provides a late-summer ...

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Laurel willow

Salix pentandra

With its shimmering, wax-like foliage and late-blooming golden catkins, the Laurel willow is a standout beauty of the...

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Lawson's cypress

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana

A majestic evergreen with lace-like foliage and a fragrant soul, Lawson's cypress is a sanctuary for backyard birds a...

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Lemon-scented gum

Corymbia citriodora

A towering icon of the Australian landscape, the Lemon-scented gum is famous for its luminous white bark and refreshi...

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limber pine

Pinus flexilis

The limber pine is an ancient sentinel of the high peaks, known for its incredible flexibility and centuries-long lif...

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Live Long

Lannea discolor

The Live Long tree is a resilient centerpiece of the African landscape, instantly recognizable by its 'discolored' le...

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loblolly pine

Pinus taeda

The backbone of the American South, the loblolly pine is a fast-growing giant that turns your backyard into a bustlin...

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lodgepole pine

Pinus contorta

A symbol of western resilience, the lodgepole pine is more than just a tree—it is a bustling high-rise for forest wil...

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longleaf pine

Pinus palustris

The longleaf pine is the majestic architect of the Southern landscape, a fire-forged titan that supports one of the m...

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manketti-tree

Schinziophyton rautanenii

The lifeblood of the Kalahari sands, the Manketti tree is a resilient giant that provides food and shelter to an enti...

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manna gum

Eucalyptus viminalis

The Manna Gum is the majestic 'ribbon gum' of the Australian bush, legendary as the Koala's favorite food and the sou...

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marula

Sclerocarya birrea

The Marula is the undisputed 'Tree of Life' of the African savanna, a massive provider that feeds everyone from eleph...

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Mediterranean cypress

Cupressus sempervirens

The Mediterranean cypress is a living pillar of history, known for its iconic slender shape and its ability to thrive...

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mockernut

Carya tomentosa

A titan of the eastern woods, the mockernut hickory is legendary for its iron-hard wood and the golden autumn canopy ...

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Monterey Cypress

Hesperocyparis macrocarpa

The Monterey Cypress is the gnarled, wind-swept sentinel of the Pacific coast, known for its sculptural beauty and le...

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Monterey pine

Pinus radiata

The Monterey pine is a fast-growing coastal icon, known for its lush green needles and rugged bark. It serves as a ma...

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Mountain Fig

Ficus altissima

The Mountain Fig is a sprawling, silvery giant that defines the tropical skyline. From its strangling roots to its ma...

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mountain grey gum

Eucalyptus cypellocarpa

A towering icon of the Australian Great Dividing Range, the mountain grey gum is more than just a tree—it is a vertic...

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mountain hemlock

Tsuga mertensiana

The crown jewel of the subalpine, the Mountain Hemlock is a masterpiece of high-altitude resilience. Its graceful, dr...

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Narrow-leaved Peppermint

Eucalyptus radiata

Famed for its refreshing menthol scent and graceful weeping canopy, the Narrow-leaved Peppermint is a vital pillar of...

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Natal fig

Ficus natalensis

The Natal fig is the ultimate backyard sanctuary, a 'living supermarket' that attracts everything from colorful fruit...

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Natal mahogany

Trichilia emetica

An African icon, the Natal mahogany is a lush, evergreen giant that transforms any backyard into a bustling wildlife ...

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Neem

Azadirachta indica

Known as the 'Village Pharmacy,' the Neem tree is a powerhouse of the tropical garden. With its insect-repelling leav...

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noble fir

Abies procera

The Noble Fir is a towering icon of the Pacific Northwest mountains, known for its incredible symmetry and striking s...

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northern whitecedar

Thuja occidentalis

Often called the 'Arborvitae' or Tree of Life, the northern whitecedar is a cornerstone of the northern forest. This ...

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Norway spruce

Picea abies

A towering icon of the northern landscape, the Norway spruce is a year-round haven for backyard wildlife. From its pe...

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One-seed Juniper

Juniperus monosperma

The One-seed Juniper is the rugged heartbeat of the American Southwest. This ancient conifer provides the shade, shel...

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Osage-orange

Maclura pomifera

A living relic of the Ice Age, the Osage-orange is famous for its 'hedge apple' fruit and its history as nature's bar...

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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...