The vegetation of the planet has always amazed humanity with its beauty, unusual shapes, height and other indicators. Trees occupy a special place in the numerous world of flora. These are green plants that have leaves, roots, stems, flowers and seeds. They can be attributed to the oldest inhabitants of the planet. Naturally, there are representatives who are considered giants. People have been trying to determine the tallest tree for a long time.
Only certain tree species can reach record heights. These include eucalyptus, sequoia and Douglas fir. These are the record holders for the height among trees.
However, the tallest tree still belongs to the redwoods. These giants grow in North America, in the Pacific coast. In the state of California there are National Parks where these representatives of the plant world are under human protection. Sequoias are also found on the streets of some US cities. They canreach a height of 100 meters.
But the tallest tree on Earth grows in the US National Park, which is called Redwood. This is a sequoia, whose growth is 115.8 meters. It was discovered by researchers Christopher Atkins and Mike Taylor in 2006. Scientists suggest that the tree, which received the name Hyperion, is about 800 years old. Its volume is 502 cubic meters.
Until now, the record was held by a sequoia, which was named "The Stratospheric Giant". Its height was 112.8 meters. But now only fourth place has been given to her, because at the same time as Hyperion two more giants were found: Helios (114.6 meters) and Icarus (113.14 meters).
So today the tallest tree belongs to the sequoia species. However, scientists suggest that some time ago the champions were eucalyptus trees growing in Australia. But now they are about 15 meters behind the redwoods.
There is another type of trees that can be classified as giant. This is Douglas fir. Some representatives of this species reach a height of 90 meters.
Many tourists would like to admire such beauties. But they are carefully guarded so that nothing interferes with their growth and development. The exact location of these giants is not disclosed. Therefore, only a few were able to see the tallest tree in the world. The photo is also rare. There are officially taken pictures and photos of random eyewitnesses.
For growthsuch giants need special conditions. First, it is a good root system. It nourishes the tree, absorbing all the substances and water necessary for development from the soil. A good root system is also necessary to keep such a giant on the ground. It is believed that it is equal in volume to the crown of a tree.
You can accurately determine the height of a plant, but you cannot definitely tell its age. It is usually considered by the rings on the trunk in the cut area. Every year the tree forms a layer of wood, that is, a ring.
The tallest tree is the property of all mankind. Unique specimens amaze with their grandeur and power. However, it is not only these amazing giants that should be protected, but all wildlife.
