Metasequoia glyptostroboides

Discover Metasequoia glyptostroboides, the Dawn Redwood—a living relic of the prehistoric world. Native to China, this fast-growing deciduous conifer combines graceful, feathery foliage with striking reddish-brown bark and brilliant autumn color. Once known only from fossils, it was rediscovered alive in the 1940s, transforming our understanding of a tree thought lost to time. Valued for its historical significance, elegant form, and seasonal beauty, the Dawn Redwood is an exceptional specimen tree for parks, arboreta, botanical gardens, and spacious landscapes. Explore the remarkable story of this ancient species and its enduring place in the modern landscape.