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Oregon larch

Oregon larch

7.7
A tall tree from western North America with pale green needles and cones grown for its wood
  • noun
  • /ˈɔrɪɡən lɑrtʃ/
  • US
translation icon : larice de Oregón
  • The Oregon larch is known for its straight trunk and high-quality wood.

Examples

  • Hikers in the Pacific Northwest often admire the unique foliage of the Oregon larch.

  • Several Oregon larch trees were planted to restore the damaged forest ecosystem.

  • The Oregon larch is known for its tall stature.

  • Many Oregon larches grow in the Pacific Northwest.

  • The Oregon larch is a popular choice for timber production due to its strength and durability.

  • In autumn, the bright golden leaves of the Oregon larch create a beautiful contrast against the evergreens.

  • Foresters value the Oregon larch for its ability to thrive in various soil types and its resistance to pests.

Synonyms

Larix occidentalis
vsOregon larch
  • Specialized
9.9

A tall type of tree from western North America valued for its wood

uses a regional common name instead of the scientific label
western larch
vsOregon larch
  • Specialized
8.2

A tall North American tree with needles that turn golden in autumn and long cones, valued for strong wood

uses a regional common name rather than the widespread common name
western tamarack
vsOregon larch
  • US
8.6

A tall North American tree with pale green needles, oval cones, and strong wood

uses a different regional common name instead of this alternative

Surface Forms

Oregon larch singular
Oregon larches plural

Morphology

Oregon + larch

The phrase combines the place-name 'Oregon' with the noun 'larch', so its meaning—a larch tree associated with or native to Oregon—is directly derivable from the constituents. This place+species naming pattern is common cross-linguistically and follows regular English compounding, making it immediately comprehensible to a B1 learner who knows both words.

Etymology

Oregon larch gets its name from two simple parts: Oregon and larch. Early plant scientists named it after the place they found it—'Oregon'—and the kind of tree it is—larch meaning 'a type of tree'—so the name tells you it is a larch that grows in Oregon.