Western Larch (Noun)
Meaning
Tall larch of western North America have pale green sharply pointed leaves and oblong cones; an important timber tree.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The western larch is a deciduous conifer native to the mountainous regions of western North America.
- Western larch trees are known for their pale green, sharply pointed leaves that turn a vibrant yellow before falling in autumn.
- The western larch is an important timber tree, prized for its durable and versatile wood.
- In the western United States, the western larch is often used as a Christmas tree due to its symmetrical shape and fragrant scent.
- The oblong cones of the western larch are an important food source for various bird species and small mammals.