Sequoia sempervirens is a giant tree species native to the coastal forests of California and Oregon. The tree's common name is redwood, but it is also known by other synonyms such as coast redwood, California redwood, Pacific redwood, and giant redwood. It is one of the tallest trees in the world, with heights reaching over 300 feet. The tree has thick, reddish-brown bark and needle-like leaves clustered in flat sprays. The redwood also produces small, cone-shaped fruits with woody scales. The Sequoia sempervirens is a majestic tree that has been revered by many cultures and has captured the imagination of people worldwide.