| Alpine
tundra ecosystem: above 3500 meters |
| Juniperus Sqyanata Lamb var.
morrisonicola |
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| Profile |
| Scientific
name: |
Juniperus Sqyanata Lamb var.
morrisonicola ( Hayata) |
| Common
name: |
Fragrant tree |
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| Features:
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The
Juniperus Sqyanata Lamb is an evergreen coniferous
tree or shrub with lanceolate leaves that are either linear
or whorled and fruits that are either rounded or oblong. As
trees, they often stand tall and erect with graceful silhouettes;
however, when found in harsh, high mountains, they often grow
into shorter shrubs with twisted branches to better withstand
the cold winds of higher elevations. |
| Habitat: |
The
Juniperus Sqyanata Lamb is distributed throughout alpine
tundra areas at altitudes above 3400m, usually beyond the
timberline where other tall trees cannot survive. They often
comprise vast areas of shrubbery atop high cliffs or ridges. |
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