Native To State: NO
Naturally Occurring: NO
Description
Deciduous conifer with somewhat shorter needles and a more pyramidal shape
Occurrence
Planted along field trail
Category: Larches
Currently there are 4 Larch species at the arboretum including the native Tamarack (Larix laricina), European Larch (Larix decidua), Japanese Larch (Larix kaempferi), and Siberian Larch (Larix sibirica).
Japanese Larch (Larix kaempferi)
Native To State: NO
Naturally Occurring: NO
Description
Large deciduous conifer – tolerates dryer soil than the native Eastern Larch.
Occurrence
Planted along field trail
European Larch (Larix decidua)
Native To State: NO
Naturally Occurring: NO
Description
Large deciduous conifer with graceful drooping branches.
Occurrence
Planted along field trail
Eastern Larch – Larix laricina
Native To State: YES
Naturally Occurring: NO
Description
Appearance: Larix laricina is a deciduous coniferous tree known for its soft, needle-like leaves and small, woody cones.
Leaves: The leaves are needle-like, light green, and appear in clusters.
Cones: The cones are small and woody, typically less than an inch long.
Bark: The bark is grayish-brown and often scaly.
Habitat: It is commonly found in wetlands, including bogs and swamps.
Distribution: Tamarack is native to North America and northern Eurasia.
Occurrence
3 larger trees were planted in 1993, others planted in 2008 and in 2016