The genus contains but a single species found in the coastal regions of northern and central California. The cones are ovate when immature, becoming round after they open.
Redwoods are among the oldest living organisms as well as being among the largest.
One individual was credited with being 2,200 years old based on its tree rings. Redwoods are very fire resistent and are also one of the few conifer species sprouting vegetatively from the stumps of trees either cut-down or destroyed by fire. Redwood is an important lumber tree and its wood is particularly useful when decay resistence is needed. Large trees found in the coastal regions of northern and central California. All rights reserved.