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Tamarack (Larix laricina)

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  • Scientific Name: Larix laricina — Tamarack, or American larch.

  • Native Home: Canada and the northeastern and north-central United States.

  • Height: 10–25 m (33–82 ft).

  • Lifespan: Around 150–200 years.

Uses and Harvesting

  • Timber: Used for posts, poles, fencing, and construction.

  • Harvesting: Harvested for timber and pulpwood in northern forests.

  • Age to Harvest: Commonly around 50–80 years, depending on growing conditions and intended use.

  • Products: Lumber, pulp, poles, fencing, and fuelwood.

History and Global Production

  • Traditional Use: Indigenous peoples used the wood for practical construction and other everyday purposes.

  • Global Spread: Native to North America; valued for its durable wood and distinctive golden-yellow autumn foliage.

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