Phylogenetic Tree Maker

Create professional phylogenetic trees to visualize evolutionary relationships

Enter species relationships in Newick format (with parentheses) or as a simple list (one species per line)
Example Newick: ((Human,Chimp),Gorilla);
Example List: Human, Chimp, Gorilla, Orangutan

What is a Phylogenetic Tree?

A phylogenetic tree is a diagram that shows evolutionary relationships among species. It displays the branching pattern of evolution, showing how species diverged from common ancestors over time.

How to Use This Tree Maker

Quick guide to create your tree:

  1. Enter species names in Newick format or as a list
  2. Tree updates automatically as you type
  3. Download as PNG image for presentations

When to Use

This tool is useful when you need to:

  • Visualize evolutionary relationships
  • Create diagrams for biology presentations
  • Teach phylogenetic concepts

Example Input

Simple Newick format:

((Cat,Dog),(Bird,Fish));

Edit the text above to create your own tree.

Example Output

The tool generates:

Visual tree with branches showing relationships

Export as PNG for use in documents.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between a cladogram and phylogenetic tree?
A: Cladograms show relationships; phylogenetic trees also show time/distance.

Q: Can I edit the tree after creating it?
A: Yes, modify the text and the tree updates automatically.