quoting note1xv6…qj0lTIL that giant sequoias actually depend on forest fires to reproduce, due to their cones being serotinous and needing fire for them to dry out, open, and release their seeds.
https://www.nps.gov/seki/learn/nature/giant-sequoias-and-fire.htm
#til #todayilearned
https://www.reddit.com/r/todayilearned/comments/1fgjdgm/til_that_giant_sequoias_actually_depend_on_forest/
Tim Bouma on Nostr: “Giant sequoias are a pioneer species—they are among the first to take root after ...
“Giant sequoias are a pioneer species—they are among the first to take root after a disturbance occurs.”