The Nature Page

This tree may be particularly difficult to wrap your arms around. I’m talking about the largest organism by mass at 13 million pounds that spans 106 acres: meet Pando.
Sources:
Fishlake National Forest | Pando | Forest Service
 

With its fan-shaped leaves, quirky little fruits, and fascinating origins, today’s tree is one of the most unique species we’ll encounter: let’s talk Ginkgo biloba!

Regeneration: when, where, why, and/or how does life begin in the forest?

We continue our journey through the forests of North America with a diverse and quirky family: Cupressaceae.

Abscission: what do trees teach us about letting go?
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We continue our journey through the forests of North America with an introduction to the largest family we’ll encounter: Pinaceae.

If trees could speak, what would they say?
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Have a poem to share? Submit Tuesday 8 AM ET through Saturday 11:59 PM ET at naturepagepod.com/read. New prompts every week.

Grab a cup of tea, sit back, and relax, as we begin our journey through the forests of North America.