What is another word for redwoods?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈɛdwʊdz] (IPA) 
Redwoods are tall and majestic trees that are a renowned feature of the forests in some parts of North America. They are also called giant sequoias, which aptly describes their colossal size. Another synonym for redwoods is sequoiadendrons, which is derived from the scientific name for these trees - sequoiadendron giganteum. These trees are also referred to as Sierra redwoods, owing to their presence in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Coast redwoods are another synonym that describes the redwoods found along the Pacific coast of the United States. A less common synonym for redwoods is Wellingtonia, named after the Duke of Wellington, which was the name given to these trees in Europe after their discovery.
