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Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides) and Swamp-redwood (Erythroxylum areolatum)

This page provides information on two distinct plants: the Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides) and a plant referred to as Swamp-redwood (Erythroxylum areolatum). While the name "redwood" might suggest a close relationship, these are different species. The text also references the Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum), sometimes called Swamp Cypress.

Considerations for Pets

• The plant referred to as Swamp-redwood is also called wild pepper.

Considerations for Children

• The plant referred to as Swamp-redwood is also called wild pepper.

Scientific Name and Common Names

• Dawn Redwood: Metasequoia glyptostroboides. Common name: Dawn Redwood, Metasequoia.
• Swamp-redwood: Erythroxylum areolatum. Common names: Swamp-redwood, wild pepper.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Dawn Redwood:
  • Family: Cupressaceae (mentioned as a family that includes Redwoods).
• Swamp-redwood:
  • Genus: Erythroxylum P. Br. (coca)
  • Species: Erythroxylum areolatum L.
  • Rank: Species
  • Nomencl. ref.: Syst. Nat., ed. 10. 2: 1035. 1759 7 Jun 1759

Distribution and Habitat

• Dawn Redwood is native to China.
• Swamp-redwood is associated with swamp environments.
• Bald Cypress grows in southern swamps.
• The text mentions Redwood City, California, where swamps are located.

Ecological Role

• The text references to biological and ecological principles operating in the world: grassland, pond, swamp, redwood forest.

Morphological Characteristics

• Dawn Redwood is described as growing fast.

Quirky Facts

• One text snippet mentions "Swamp Thing - the Redwood years".
• One text snippet mentions "Swamp Snake" being played at the Redwood Bar.

Further Information

• Encyclopedia of Life is mentioned as a source for more information on Erythroxylum areolatum, inviting contributions about it.
• Discover Life has a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Erythroxylum areolatum.