Which type of trees are known for shedding their leaves at the end of the growing season?

Deciduous trees are characterized by their ability to shed their leaves at the end of the growing season, typically in response to changing environmental conditions such as temperature and daylight. This process, known as abscission, helps the trees conserve water and energy during winter months or dry seasons when conditions are less favorable for photosynthesis.

In contrast, evergreen trees retain their foliage throughout the year, maintaining leaves that may be adapted to withstand harsh conditions. Coniferous trees, a subset of evergreens, primarily have needle-like leaves and also do not shed all their foliage seasonally. Tropical trees, while they may include both deciduous and evergreen species, do not specifically denote trees that shed leaves seasonally in the same manner as deciduous trees in temperate climates. These distinctions emphasize why deciduous trees are identified specifically for their leaf-shedding behavior at the end of their growing season.