Sequoia
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A giant that predates the Roman Empire.
These trees are among the largest and oldest living things on Earth. They require fire to release their seeds.
Explanation
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Despite their massive girth, their bark is fibrous and contains high levels of tannins, which resist rot and fire.
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“A titan that drinks the morning mist.”
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“It stands as a living monument to deep time.”
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“Its saplings are paradoxically triggered by intense heat.”
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“The largest single-stem trees to ever grace the planet.”
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“California’s ancient, towering natural skyscraper.”
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