Subalpine Larch (Noun)
Meaning
Medium-sized larch of the Rocky Mountains; closely related to Larix occidentalis.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The subalpine larch is a distinctive conifer species that grows at high elevations in the Rocky Mountains.
- In the warmer months, the subalpine larch boasts bright green needles that turn a vibrant gold before falling in the autumn.
- Subalpine larch trees are commonly found growing in high-altitude forests with a mix of conifer species.
- The subalpine larch has branches that grow from the trunk and main branches, forming a narrow, conical crown.
- A prime example of a subalpine larch habitat is in the mountains of Montana, where it grows on moist, well-drained soils.