In the 1950s, Edmund Schulman discovered Methuselah, the world’s oldest living tree
At roughly 4,850 years old, Methuselah, a Great Basin bristlecone pine, has seen more history than most. This venerable tree has endured numerous historical and ecological shifts, which makes its undisclosed location vital for its preservation. Thriving in severe environments, bristlecone pines are characterized by their rot-resistant timber and unusual growth patterns. However, they now encounter alarming dangers stemming from climate change.
