American Forests National Tree Register, Species: Bigcone Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga macrocarpa), State: CA
Description Mt. Baldy Village (in County field-MD 8.22.07)
Description Mt. Baldy Village (in County field-MD 8.22.07)
Location Angeles National Forest, CA
Bigcone DOUGLAS-FIR
Pseudotsuga macrocarpa
This champion Bigcone Douglas-fir of California made its debut on the list of American Forests Champion Trees in 2018, as it is the largest known tree of its species in the country. By recognizing these champions, we recognize the beauty and critical ecosystem services provided by our biggest and oldest trees.
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| STATUS | Champion |
|---|---|
| Tree circumference | 269 |
| height | 165 |
| crown spread | 94 |
| Total points | 458 |
| LOCATION | Angeles National Forest, CA |
|---|---|
| Nominated by | William Maxwell |
| Year Nominated | 1945 |
| Date crowned | 2018-09-05 |
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