Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Needle, evergreen
Shape
Linear with blunt or notched tips
Margin
Entire
Arrangement
Spiral appearing flattened due to twisted leaf bases
Venation
Parallel with a single prominent midvein
Key Features
Flat, linear needles attached to tiny woody pegs with distinct white stomatal bands underneath.
Description
Large evergreen conifer featuring a pyramidal crown, drooping leader, furrowed dark brown bark, and small oblong cones.
Habitat
Cool, moist temperate forests, ravines, and northern slopes with acidic, well-draining soils.
Native Range
Native to eastern North America, widely planted in temperate ornamental landscapes.
Identified on 10/14/2026