Cryptomeria japonica | Japanese cedar - Stem 40cm - 70cm - 15lt

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Cryptomeria japonica, commonly known as Japanese cedar or Sugi in Japanese, is a large evergreen tree native to Japan. It belongs to the cypress family, Cupressaceae, and is the only species in the genus Cryptomeria. The tree can grow up to 70 meters tall and 4 meters in diameter, making it one of the largest trees in Japan. It has a conical shape when young and becomes more pyramidal as it ages. The bark of the Cryptomeria japonica is reddish-brown and deeply furrowed, with long, narrow leaves that are bright green in color and arranged in a spiral around the branches. The tree produces small, round cones that are about 1.5-2.5 cm in diameter and have a woody texture. The cones turn brown when mature and release small, winged seeds that are dispersed by the wind. Japanese cedar is an important tree in Japan for its wood, which is highly valued for its strength, durability, and beauty. The wood is used in construction, furniture, and decorative objects, and is also used in the production of traditional Japanese musical instruments such as shamisen and koto.

Details

  • Pot Size

    15

  • Height (cm)

    60-70cm

  • Common Name

    Japanese cedar

  • Family

    Cupressaceae

  • Type

    Evergreen tree

  • Time to maturity

    20–50 years

Mature Height 12 m +

Mature Width: 4–8 metres

Shape/habit: conical habit

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