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giant sequoia

Sequoiadendron giganteum

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in temperate and boreal forests, often at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia, Taiwan, Turkey), Europe (8 countries), and South America (Brazil).

🇦🇲 Armenia 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇹🇷 Turkey 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇪🇸 Spain 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (planta)
Phylum
Coniferophyta (Conifers)
Class
Pinopsida (Conifers)
Order
Pinales (Coniferales)
Family
Cupressaceae
Genus
Sequoiadendron
Species
Sequoiadendron giganteum (giant sequoia)

Names in Other Languages

French Séquoia géant
German Riesen-Mammutbaum
Portuguese sequóia

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of giant sequoia?
The scientific name of giant sequoia is Sequoiadendron giganteum. It belongs to the genus Sequoiadendron.
Where does giant sequoia live?
giant sequoia is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia, Taiwan, Turkey), Europe (8 countries), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Armenia, Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, France, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Taiwan.
What family does giant sequoia belong to?
giant sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) belongs to the genus Sequoiadendron, which is part of the taxonomic family Cupressaceae.
What kingdom does giant sequoia belong to?
giant sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

Native Range — 12 Countries

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Genus Sequoiadendron — 1 Species

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Sequoiadendron giganteum
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