Old Tjikko (Norway Spruce)

Old Tjikko is a Norway spruce tree located in Sweden, known for being one of the oldest living trees, estimated to be around 9,500 years old. Its remarkable age results from its ability to clone itself through root systems, sending up new growth even as the original trunk decays over time. This genetic clone has survived through climate changes and environmental shifts, offering valuable insight into natural resilience. Old Tjikko exemplifies how some trees can persist for thousands of years by regenerating and adapting, making it a fascinating subject for study in botany and climate history.