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Cedrus libani
Scientific Name: Cedrus libani
Family: Pinaceae
Category: Gymnosperm
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Cedar of Lebanon (Cedrus libani)
Cedrus libani, commonly known as Cedar of Lebanon, is a majestic evergreen conifer native to the mountains of the Mediterranean region.
Considerations for Pets
- This is a coniferous tree.
- Needles are 1 to 1 1/2 inches
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cedrus libani A. Rich., 1823
- Common Name: Cedar of Lebanon
- Family: Pinaceae (Pine family)
- Synonyms:
- Cedrus libani var. stenocoma (O.Schwarz) Frankis
- Cedrus libani subsp. stenocoma (O.Schwarz) P.H.Davis
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the mountains adjacent to the northeastern Mediterranean coast, specifically in Turkey, Syria, and Lebanon.
- Can be found in the Jebel Alaonite Mountains in Syria.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Evergreen tree, growing up to 30 meters (98 feet) in height and 15 meters (49 feet) in width.
- Slow growth rate.
- Hardy to zone (UK) 5.
- Needles are evergreen.
- Monoecious plant with separate male and female cones. Female cones are barrel-shaped.
- Develops a massive trunk, a flattened top, and broad-spreading branches with age.
Ecological Role
- Threats have been mentioned, but not explained.
Cultivation
- Widely planted as an ornamental tree in parks and large gardens, including landscape avenues and focal point trees.
- Introduced to Britain in 1638-9.
- Prefers open situations.
Further Information
- RHS (Royal Horticultural Society)
- ARKive
- Encyclopedia of Life
- Floridata Plant Profile
- ResearchGate