Description

Size: The Japanese Cedar can reach an impressive height of 70 metres, with a trunk diameter of up to 4 metres in its natural habitat. In Europe, it generally reaches a more modest height of between 20 and 30 metres. Foliage: The needles, arranged in spirals, are a characteristic dark green colour. They give off a lemon scent when crumpled. Bark: The bark of the Japanese Cedar is reddish-brown and comes off in long vertical stripes. Cones: The male cones are small and yellow, while the larger female cones are pale green and ripen to a brownish hue. The Japanese Cedar is a remarkable tree that deserves to be admired for its beauty, longevity and cultural importance.

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Origin

Japanese Cedar is found in the mountain forests of Japan, mainly on the islands of Honshu, Kyushu and Shikoku. It is often found in association with other conifers, such as cypress and pine. Considered a sacred tree in Japan, the Japanese Cedar can be found in many of the country's religious and cultural sites. It is also used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks.