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Tap root on older tree

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tap root on older tree

Here is a prominent tap root on a Monterey Cypress. These trees are growing in their native habitat along the coast where soils are well drained and deep. These soil conditions allow tap roots and other deep roots proliferate. Despite the deep tap root, main lateral roots are evident directly under the soil surface.