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Western Hemlock (Noun)

Meaning

Tall evergreen of western North America; commercially important timber tree.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • The western hemlock is a highly adaptable and commercially valuable species that grows well in a variety of habitats throughout its range.
  • The park is home to an abundance of wildlife, including old-growth western hemlock and spruce trees.
  • It was also used by Native Americans to treat a variety of ailments, from skin irritations to wounds, and its resin was used as an antiseptic, especially with the western hemlock tree.
  • As an ornamental tree, western hemlock has several drawbacks, such as slow growth, dense shade, and poor resistance to insect and disease pests.
  • Some stands of western hemlock, mountain hemlock, and Alaska-cedar contain old-growth characteristics that make them extremely valuable.

Synonyms

  • Pacific Hemlock
  • West Coast Hemlock
  • Tsuga Heterophylla

Hypernyms

  • Hemlock Tree
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