The Great Basin Bristlecone Pine (Pinus Longaeva) has been deemed the oldest tree in existence, reaching an age of over 5,000 years old. The Bristlecone pines success in living a long life can be contributed to the harsh conditions it lives in.

Where is the oldest tree in the world 2021?

the oldest tree in the world: Methuselah TREE Methuselah is a Great Basin bristlecone pine (pinus longaeva) that is currently 4,852 years old (as of 2021). Its exact location is kept secret for its safety, but it lies somewhere amidst the aptly named Methuselah Grove in the White Mountains of eastern California.

What is the second oldest tree in the world?

Methuselah Meet Methuselah, the worlds second oldest tree at 4,851 years old. Named after the Biblical figure who was said to have died at 969 years old, Methuselah is a Great Basin bristlecone pine, and was recently beaten out as the oldest tree by another Great Basin bristlecone pine which was discovered to be 5,069 years old.