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western hemlock

Tsuga heterophylla

Taxonomy

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

About

Tsuga heterophylla, the western hemlock or western hemlock-spruce, is a species of hemlock native to the west coast of North America, with its northwestern limit on the Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, and its southeastern limit in northern Sonoma County, California.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of western hemlock?
The scientific name of western hemlock is Tsuga heterophylla.
What kingdom does western hemlock belong to?
western hemlock belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does western hemlock belong to?
western hemlock belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does western hemlock belong to?
western hemlock belongs to the class Pinopsida.
What order does western hemlock belong to?
western hemlock belongs to the order Pinales.
What family does western hemlock belong to?
western hemlock belongs to the family Pinaceae.
What genus does western hemlock belong to?
western hemlock belongs to the genus Tsuga.