What's The Oldest Tree In The World? (
The Oldest Tree On The Earth, the Methuselah Great Basin Bristlecone Pine is also in competition against the Oldest Tree In Asia, The "Cypress of Abarqu", or Sarv-e Abarkuh (Cupressus sempervirens), between 4,000-5,000 years old. Regardless, its astonishing how long these guys can live!
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Identification:
Accurate species identification requires genetic analysis (More Detail Info Under "Research Methods"). Feel free to comment any potential misidentifications.
Bristlecones (Pinus longaeva):
*Purple cones turn brown as it matures
*Short needles growing along branches
*Branchlets look like curved foxtails or a bottle brush
Limber Pinus flexilis):
*Long needles at ends of branchlets
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Citations:
I took notes of the information descriptions/signs at the research center.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of...
https://onetreeplanted.org/blogs/stor....
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/inyo/...
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Music Citations:
PKMN Gym Leader Last Pokemon (Pokeli): • Pokémon Black & White - Gym Leader Last Po...
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Research Methods:
I depend significantly on park-specific information, data or dichotomous keys provided by organizations, typically accessible through PDF files on their websites or in brochures. In addition, I utilize iNaturalist, Picture Mushroom, and PlantNet for identifications.
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Disclaimer:
While I lack expertise in botany and identify as a complete amateur, feel free to correct any errors or contribute additional information. Remember, just because a source claims a plant, fungi, algae etc. is edible doesn't guarantee its safety! And please, take a joke as a joke :)
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