Organism
Coastal Redwood
TL;DR
Fire-resistant giant tree with 30cm thick bark that protects against fire.
Fire-resistant giant tree with 30cm thick bark that protects against fire. Redwoods resprout from base after fire and survive 500+ year fire cycles. They exemplify disturbance-resistance rather than disturbance-dependence.
Notable Traits of Coastal Redwood
- 30cm fire-resistant bark
- Resprouts from base
- Survives 500+ year fire cycles