1、 Introduction

Metasequoia lanceolata, also known as Alsophila spinulosa, is a tall deciduous tree. The plant is up to 35 meters tall. It is a light loving tree species, mostly growing in warm, rainy and humid places, mainly distributed in South China, East China and some parts of North China. It is one of the famous tree species with upright branches.

2、 Characteristics

1. Appearance features: the base of the trunk is expanded, and the branches are tall and straight, with a height of about 35m. The twigs are drooping, and the color of the twigs is green, which will turn light brown or brown gray later. The surface of branches is smooth, the crown is in the shape of a pointed tower, and the color of bark is mostly gray, grayish brown or dark gray. The flowering period is in February and the fruit ripening period is in November.

2. Growth habits: Metasequoia lanceolata is a fast-growing tree species that likes light. It has strong adaptability to the environment and can grow in both soil and shallow water. Moreover, it can also overwinter and grow in the field under the low temperature of minus 34 ℃ - 47 ℃. It has a high demand for water, and generally grows in hillsides, rivers or valleys with mild climate and rainy summer and autumn.

3、 Function

Cunninghamia lanceolata has beautiful posture and tall and straight branches. It is one of the famous garden trees and has high ornamental value. In addition to its ornamental value, Metasequoia lanceolata can also be used as furniture, construction, shipbuilding and other materials. In addition, its cellulose content is high and can be used as raw materials for making paper.