Larix kaempferi Japanese larch (Pinaceae) Deciduous tree

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Larix kaempferi
Japanese larch
Deciduous tree
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The Larix kaempferi plant species is found in E. Asia - Japan. It is a member of the Pinaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Japanese larch.

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Latin Name:  Larix kaempferi
Common Name:  Japanese larch
Family:  Pinaceae
Author:  (Lamb.)Carr.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  45   Mature Width:  8

Habitat:  Mountains in C. Japan[58].

General Uses: The heavy leaf-fall of this species has lead to it being planted as a fire-break in some areas where pine trees are grown[185]. A fast-growing tree, it can be used in shelterbelt plantings[200]. The bark contains tannin[229]. Wood - strong, heavy and durable[50, 229].

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