Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
giganteum
ID:
497373

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) J.Buchholz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 26: 536. (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000496705



Common Names

  • Sequoiadendron giganteum
  • Giganteum Sequoiadendron
  • Giganteum Redwood


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Synonyms

  • Washingtonia bolanderi J.M.Coult. & Rose [unknown]
  • Washingtonia brachypoda (Torr. ex Durand) A.Heller [unknown]
  • Washingtonia ambigua (A.Gray) J.M.Coult. & Rose [unknown]

Description

Sequoiadendron giganteum (also called Giant Sequoia, among many other common names) is a tree-like plant that is native to California. It grows in shady, moist areas and has large, dark green leaves and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sequoiadendron giganteum is used for timber, fuelwood, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sequoiadendron giganteum is small, yellow in color, and has five petals. The seed is small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sequoiadendron giganteum is a coniferous tree native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy branches and planted in a potting mix. The plants should be kept in a cool, dry environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Sequoiadendron giganteum

Sequoiadendron giganteum is found in the temperate forests of California, Oregon, and Washington.

Sequoiadendron giganteum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sequoiadendron giganteum?

Sequoiadendron giganteum

What is the common name of Sequoiadendron giganteum?

Giant Sequoia

What is the natural habitat of Sequoiadendron giganteum?

Western North America

Species in the Sequoiadendron 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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
John Theodore Buchholz (1888-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Buchholz' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Sequoiadendron giganteum (Lindl.) J.Buchholz: Placement according to April 2023 Classification