Generally, the tallest trees in the word are redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens). They are evergreen, coniferous trees, belong to the family of Cupressaceae and live about 1200-1800 years or more!
A tree of this kind called Hyperion is the tallest tree in the world:
- Its height reaches around 115 meters (380 feet)!
- Its age is between 700 and 800 years old!
- It is located in Northern California, in United States of America, in the Redwood National and State Parks.
- The exact position of the Hyperion tree is not disclosed to prevent disturbance to the forest by the increased presence of people!
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