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Bald Cypress

Taxodium distichum

Photo by hahonick
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Field Notes

Description:

The bald cypress is a very tall tree with a wide base. Its most prominent feature is its roots, which protrude from the mud in order for the tree to breathe the air.

Habitat:

located in swamps mostly though they can be found in dryer conditions

Reference Links:

Taxodium distichum, Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum) - Information on Bald Cypress

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PublishedApril 30, 2014

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