Larix griffithii

Larix griffithii, also known as the Himalayan larch, is a species of coniferous tree belonging to the genus Larix in the family Pinaceae. This tree is native to the Himalayas. Larches are characterized by their pyramidal growth habit, but unlike many conifers, they shed their needle-like leaves in the autumn, similar to deciduous trees. The needles of Larix griffithii are arranged spirally on new growth and in whorls on short spurs on older twigs. The cones of Larix species typically remain on the trees for several years before falling intact, distinguishing them from the related golden larch (Pseudolarix amabilis), whose cones disintegrate at maturity.12