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The Douglas Fir is one of the most iconic trees in Oregon's rainforests, known for its towering height and thick, furrowed bark. It provides critical habitat and food for various wildlife species. The tree's durable wood is highly valued for construction, making it a significant resource in the timber industry.
Douglas Fir
The Western Red Cedar is a large, long-lived tree with reddish-brown bark that peels off in long strips. Its wood is naturally rot-resistant, making it a popular choice for building materials and shingles. The tree's dense canopy creates a shaded, moist environment that supports diverse plant and animal life beneath it.
Western Red Ceder
The Sword Fern is a common understory plant in Oregon's rainforests, easily recognized by its long, arching fronds. It thrives in the damp, shaded forest floor, often forming dense, lush carpets. This fern is crucial for soil stability and provides cover for small forest animals.
Sword Fern
Oregon Rainforest Flora
The Red Huckleberry is a deciduous shrub that produces small, bright red berries. These berries are a vital food source for birds and mammals, including bears and deer. The plant's preference for acidic soils often sees it growing on decaying wood and stumps, contributing to forest nutrient cycling.
Red Huckleberry
Salal is a versatile evergreen shrub with leathery leaves and dark purple berries. It is highly adaptable and can thrive in various forest conditions, from deep shade to partial sunlight. The berries are edible and have been traditionally used by Native American tribes for food and medicinal purposes.
Salal
The Western Hemlock is a shade-tolerant tree that often forms dense stands in the rainforest. It has a characteristic drooping top and feathery, flat needles. The tree's wood is used in construction and paper production, and its dense foliage provides excellent habitat for numerous forest species.
Western Hemlock
