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subalpine larch

Larix lyallii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Pinopsida ›Order: Pinales ›Family: Pinaceae ›Genus: Larix

About

Larix lyallii, the subalpine larch, or simply alpine larch, is a deciduous, coniferous tree native to northwestern North America. It lives at very high altitudes—1,800 to 2,400 m (5,900 to 7,900 ft)—in the Rocky Mountains of Idaho, Montana, British Columbia, and Alberta. There is a disjunct population in the Cascade Range of Washington.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of subalpine larch?
The scientific name of subalpine larch is Larix lyallii.
What kingdom does subalpine larch belong to?
subalpine larch belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does subalpine larch belong to?
subalpine larch belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does subalpine larch belong to?
subalpine larch belongs to the class Pinopsida.
What order does subalpine larch belong to?
subalpine larch belongs to the order Pinales.
What family does subalpine larch belong to?
subalpine larch belongs to the family Pinaceae.
What genus does subalpine larch belong to?
subalpine larch belongs to the genus Larix.