The term 'deciduous' implies a cyclical change linked to the seasons, especially autumn. You can observe the deciduous oaks change color in October.
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Not Evergreen
'Deciduous' is the opposite of 'evergreen', plants that keep their leaves all year round. While the pine stays green, nearby deciduous shrubs shed their leaves.
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Ecosystem Impact
Deciduous plants can shape their surrounding ecosystem, influencing soil and wildlife. The deciduous forest provides abundant ground cover each fall.