The Tamarack Tree, also known as the Eastern LARCH, is a species of coniferous tree native to North America. It is a deciduous conifer, meaning it sheds its needles in the fall and grows new ones in the spring. The Tamarack Tree is an important part of the boreal forest ecosystem, providing food and shelter for many species of wildlife. Its scientific name is Larix laricina, and it is commonly referred to by its five-letter name, LARCH.