Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
sempervirens
ID:
438539

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Don) Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Syn. Conif. 198. (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437871



Common Names

  • Coast Redwood
  • California Redwood
  • Sequoia sempervirens


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Description

Sequoia sempervirens (also called Coast Redwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree native to western North America. It has a pyramidal shape with a conic crown and reddish-brown bark. It is found in moist, cool habitats, such as along streams and in the mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Sequoia sempervirens is used for its timber, firewood, and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sequoia sempervirens are small, yellow and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sequoia sempervirens is a fast-growing, evergreen conifer that can reach heights of up to 200 feet. It is hardy in USDA Zones 7 to 9 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the fall, and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Sequoia sempervirens

Sequoia sempervirens is native to the western United States and Mexico.

Sequoia sempervirens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sequoia sempervirens?

Sequoia sempervirens

What is the common name of Sequoia sempervirens?

Coast Redwood

What is the natural habitat of Sequoia sempervirens?

Mountain forests in Mexico and Guatemala

Species in the Sequoia genus

Species in the Cupressaceae family

Athrotaxis cupressoides, Athrotaxis laxifolia, Athrotaxis selaginoides, Austrocedrus chilensis, Callitris acuminata, Callitris baileyi, Callitris canescens, Callitris columellaris, Callitris drummondii, Callitris endlicheri, Callitris macleayana, Callitris monticola, Callitris muelleri, Callitris neocaledonica, Callitris oblonga, Callitris preissii, Callitris rhomboidea, Callitris roei, Callitris sulcata, Callitris verrucosa, Callitris arenaria, Callitris pyramidalis, Callitris pancheri, Callitropsis nootkatensis, Calocedrus rupestris, Calocedrus decurrens, Calocedrus formosana, Calocedrus macrolepis, Chamaecyparis formosensis, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana, Chamaecyparis obtusa, Chamaecyparis pisifera, Chamaecyparis thyoides, Chamaecyparis hodginsii, Chamaecyparis flifera, Cryptomeria japonica, Cunninghamia konishii, Cunninghamia lanceolata, Cupressus atlantica, Cupressus austrotibetica, Cupressus cashmeriana, Cupressus chengiana, Cupressus corneyana, Cupressus duclouxiana, Cupressus dupreziana, Cupressus funebris, Cupressus gigantea, Cupressus guadalupensis, Cupressus pendula, Cupressus sargentii,

References

David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Sequoia sempervirens (D.Don) Endl.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification