What is another word for dawn redwood?
Pronunciation: [dˈɔːn ɹˈɛdwʊd] (IPA) 
Dawn redwood is a striking tree species that is native to China. It is easy to identify because of its towering height and stunning red foliage. However, there are a few other terms that can be used to describe this magnificent species. One such synonym is Metasequoia glyptostroboides, which is its scientific name. It can also be referred to as the water fir, because it grows in wet and marshy areas. Additionally, the tree is sometimes called the living fossil, because it is considered to be an ancient species that has survived for millions of years, even though it was thought to be extinct until it was rediscovered in the 1940s.
