Juniperus squamata facts for kids
Juniperus squamata is a special type of juniper plant. It's often called the flaky juniper or Himalayan juniper because of where it naturally grows. This plant is a species of conifer, which means it usually has needles and cones, much like a pine tree.
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Discovering the Flaky Juniper
The flaky juniper is a fascinating plant that can be found in some of the world's most amazing mountain ranges. It's known for its unique look and where it chooses to make its home.
Where Does This Juniper Live?
The flaky juniper is native to the Himalayas and China. You can find it growing in countries like northeastern Afghanistan and Pakistan. It also spreads east into Yunnan in southwestern China. Sometimes, you'll find smaller groups of these plants, called "disjunct populations," further north in western Gansu and east to Fujian. This means they are not all connected in one big area.
How High Does It Grow?
This tough plant loves high places! It grows at very high altitudes, usually between 1,600 and 4,900 meters (about 5,250 to 16,000 feet) above sea level. Imagine living on a mountain that high!
A Special Tree
In the region of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which is a province in Pakistan, the Juniperus squamata is unofficially considered their provincial tree. This shows how important and recognized this plant is in that area.
Images for kids
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The 'Blue Star' variety of Juniperus squamata is popular in gardens.
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A 'Blue Star' juniper shrub growing in Pennsylvania.
See also
In Spanish: Juniperus squamata para niños
