Larix lyallii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Parl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Conif. Nov. 3. (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443266
Common Names
- Alpine Larch
- Larix lyallii
- Subalpine Larch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Larix lyallii (also called Lyall’s Larch, among many other common names) is an evergreen conifer that is native to the temperate regions of North America and Europe. It has an upright habit and grows to a height of 10-20 meters. It has dark green needles and produces small, yellow-brown cones. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Larix lyallii is used for timber, fuel, and as an ornamental tree. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Larix lyallii is a yellow-green colour and is small in size. The seed is a small, brown cone that is approximately 1 cm in length. The seedlings are small and thin with a conical shape.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Larix lyallii is a medium-sized coniferous tree that can reach heights of up to 20m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or sheltered area in the spring, and cuttings should be taken in the summer.
Where to Find Larix lyallii
Larix lyallii is native to North America and can be found in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows.
Larix lyallii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Larix lyallii?
Larix lyallii
What are the common names of Larix lyallii?
Common names include Alpine Larch, Alpine Larch Tree, and Alpine Larch Pine
What is the natural habitat of Larix lyallii?
Larix lyallii is native to the Rocky Mountains of North America
Species in the Larix genus
Larix laricina, Larix mastersiana, Larix potaninii, Larix lyallii, Larix occidentalis, Larix decidua, Larix griffithii, Larix czekanowskii, Larix kaempferi, Larix sibirica, Larix gmelinii, Larix czekanowskii, Larix lubarskii, Larix polonica, Larix stenophylla, Larix hybrida, Larix eurokurilensis, Larix eurolepis, Larix hians, Larix marschlinsii, Larix pendula, Larix koreensis,
Species in the Pinaceae family
Abies alba, Abies amabilis, Abies balsamea, Abies beshanzuensis, Abies borisii-regis, Abies bracteata, Abies cephalonica, Abies chensiensis, Abies cilicica, Abies concolor, Abies delavayi, Abies densa, Abies durangensis, Abies fabri, Abies fanjingshanensis, Abies fargesii, Abies firma, Abies flinckii, Abies forrestii, Abies fraseri, Abies grandis, Abies guatemalensis, Abies hickelii, Abies hidalgensis, Abies holophylla, Abies homolepis, Abies kawakamii, Abies koreana, Abies lasiocarpa, Abies magnifica, Abies mariesii, Abies nebrodensis, Abies nephrolepis, Abies nordmanniana, Abies numidica, Abies pindrow, Abies pinsapo, Abies procera, Abies recurvata, Abies religiosa, Abies sachalinensis, Abies sibirica, Abies spectabilis, Abies squamata, Abies veitchii, Abies vejarii, Abies yuanbaoshanensis, Abies ziyuanensis, Abies jaliscana, Abies phanerolepis,
References
Filippo Parlatore (1816-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parl.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Larix lyallii Parl.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification