Images of the Himalayan Cedar (Cedrus deodara)

Himalayan Cedar

Cedrus deodara

Native to the western Himalayas of Asia, this cedar is grown in the eastern United States as an ornamental tree, often planted in parks. A tall conifer, this species can grow to 60 m in height. Long (up to 7 cm), slender needles are arranged singly on long shoots or in clusters on short shoots. This species is the national tree of Pakistan.

Habitat:Planted as an ornamental, growing best in full sun.

Growth Habit:Evergreen tree, growing 12-24 m tall or higher.

Bloom Time:Late summer.

Longevity:Long-lived.

Presence in US:DC GA MD NC NY SC

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This project was supported in part by NSF Grant IIS-03-25867 (ITR: An Electronic Field Guide: Plant Exploration and Discovery in the 21st Century) and by the Washington Biologists' Field Club.

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