Sequoia National Park, California, USA. - stock photo

The General Sherman Tree is one of the most famous and iconic trees in the world, known for its incredible size and age. Located in Sequoia National Park in California, USA, this giant sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) is often considered the largest tree on Earth by volume. Here's some information about the General Sherman Tree: The General Sherman Tree stands approximately 275 feet (83.8 meters) tall, making it one of the tallest trees in the world. Its trunk has a circumference of about 102.6 feet (31.3 meters) at its base. While it's difficult to determine the exact age of the General Sherman Tree, it is estimated to be around 2,200 years old. These trees are known for their longevity, and some giant sequoias can live for over 3,000 years. The tree's volume is estimated to be over 52,500 cubic feet (1,487 cubic meters), making it the largest known living single-stem tree by volume, and it was named in honor of General William Tecumseh Sherman, a prominent Union Army leader during the American Civil War. The name was given by naturalist James Wolverton in 1879. . Sequoia National Park, California. USA. August 2023.