12907 Sequoia sempervirens – Coastal Redwood

Description

This evergreen sequoia is the tallest tree in the world and grows to 110 m within its natural environment. It counts among the longest living plants. Some trees are thought to be more than 3.000 years of age. The costal redwood grows conical, is evergreen and develops shining-green needles that have a life span of 2 to 4 years. Origin: the west coast of the usa (california).