Bald Cypress Tree, Milkweed, Butterflies, Dragonflies | Lowcountry Marsh Nature Scene (8x10)
$24.99
A print of a mystical marsh scene. Inspired by my time living in Charleston and experiencing the ecosystem there. Print features bald cypress trees, milkweed flowers, tree frogs, fireflies, dragonflies, and monarchs happily hanging out in a foggy and twinkly marsh scene.
Bald cypress trees are among the most ecologically important trees in the southeastern United States. They help reduce flooding by acting like giant natural sponges, slowing floodwaters, storing excess rainfall, and stabilizing soil with their extensive root systems to reduce erosion.
These ancient trees also filter water, store carbon for centuries, and provide habitat for countless species. Some have stood for over a thousand years, quietly shaping the landscapes around them. Protecting these ancient forests means protecting biodiversity and clean water, as well as creating more resilient communities.
Those eerie-looking knobs peeping out from the water are called cypress knees. While scientists still debate their exact purpose, they are thought to help stabilize trees growing in saturated soils and may play a role in helping the roots access oxygen.
Because of their ability to manage water, support wildlife, and withstand changing conditions, bald cypress trees are often incorporated into wetland restoration and floodplain projects. They are a powerful example of how native species can be used as nature-based solutions that benefit both ecosystems and people.
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8"x10" with border.
Drawn and printed in house by me, shipping personally by me. Printed on heavy weight 100% cotton paper.
A print of a mystical marsh scene. Inspired by my time living in Charleston and experiencing the ecosystem there. Print features bald cypress trees, milkweed flowers, tree frogs, fireflies, dragonflies, and monarchs happily hanging out in a foggy and twinkly marsh scene.
Bald cypress trees are among the most ecologically important trees in the southeastern United States. They help reduce flooding by acting like giant natural sponges, slowing floodwaters, storing excess rainfall, and stabilizing soil with their extensive root systems to reduce erosion.
These ancient trees also filter water, store carbon for centuries, and provide habitat for countless species. Some have stood for over a thousand years, quietly shaping the landscapes around them. Protecting these ancient forests means protecting biodiversity and clean water, as well as creating more resilient communities.
Those eerie-looking knobs peeping out from the water are called cypress knees. While scientists still debate their exact purpose, they are thought to help stabilize trees growing in saturated soils and may play a role in helping the roots access oxygen.
Because of their ability to manage water, support wildlife, and withstand changing conditions, bald cypress trees are often incorporated into wetland restoration and floodplain projects. They are a powerful example of how native species can be used as nature-based solutions that benefit both ecosystems and people.
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8"x10" with border.
Drawn and printed in house by me, shipping personally by me. Printed on heavy weight 100% cotton paper.
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