Why do conifer trees survive in very cold weather?
Coniferous trees can survive in harsh winter condition. each part of the tree helps in its survival(needles, sap, bark, roots) The conifers, also known as division Coniferae, are cone-bearing seed plants and woody plants, most are trees with just a few being shrubs. Typical examples of conifers include cedars, cypresses, douglas-firs, firs, junipers, kauris, larches, pines, redwoods, spruces, and yews. Species of conifers can be found in almost all parts of the world, and are often the most common plants in their habitats, as in the taiga, for example. Conifers are of great economic value, and their wood is mainly used for timber and paper making; the wood of conifers is known as softwood. The division Coniferae contains about 700 living species. In conifers, needles can stay on the tree for as long as 10 years, but their life span varies by species. Leaves are often thin and wide to absorb as much light as possible. Networks of veins carry water and nutrients. Conifer needles are smal
