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Dawn Redwood

Metasequoia glyptostroboides H. H. Hu & W. C. Cheng

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Metasequoia glyptostroboides (Dawn Redwood) is a species of tree in the family Cupressaceae. They have a self-supporting growth form. They are listed as endangered by IUCN. They are native to China. They have simple, spine-shaped leaves, yellow flowers, and cones. Individuals can grow to 100 feet.

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  • URI: https://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q22710
  • Definition: Seed-bearing organ on gymnosperm plants. A type of fruit, usually woody, ovoid to globular, including scales, bracts, or bracteoles arranged around a central axis, especially in conifers and cycads.
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Known occurrences, collected specimens and observations of Dawn Redwood. View this species on GBIF