Old Tjikko, Ancient spruce tree in Fulufjället National Park, Sweden.
The Norway Spruce stands 5 meters tall on the summit of Fulufjället, displaying multiple trunks and a growth pattern shaped by mountain conditions.
Carbon dating of the root system indicates an age of 9,550 years, making it a living witness to the period following the last ice age.
Professor Leif Kullman from Umeå University discovered this tree during his research and named it after his deceased companion dog, Tjikko.
Visitors need to book guided tours at least one day ahead through National Park authorities, with tours operating from Wednesday to Friday during July and August.
The tree survived for thousands of years as a small shrub formation called krummholz before developing into its current tree form due to climate changes.
Location: Älvdalen Municipality
GPS coordinates: 61.63931,12.67633
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:44
These trees stand as natural monuments across the globe. Some are recognized for their age, like Old Tjikko in Sweden and Methuselah in California. Others, such as General Sherman and Hyperion, set records for size and height. The collection includes cultural landmarks like the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Sri Lanka and ecological wonders like the Dragon Blood Trees of Socotra. From ancient baobabs to giant sequoias, each specimen represents botanical heritage.
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