Cryptomeria japonica




Botanical Name: Cryptomeria japonica
Common Name: Japanese cedar
Family Name: Cupressaceae
Distribution/Origin: Japan, S.E. Asia

Leaf: Green, Dark-green, (winter)Bronze, Glabrous, Needle-like, Simple, Acicular/Aristate/Sheathing/Truncate
Bud: Alternate, Spiraled
Flower: N/A*(male cone), Green/Brown, Jan/Feb

Fruit/Seed: Brown, Cone(winged seeds), Spherical cones at shoot ends, Oct/Sep
Stem/Bark: Brown, Red, Stringy

Size: Height: 15 - 22m/Spread: 5.0 - 7.0m
Habit: Dense
Form: Pyramidal-narrowly

Soil conditions: Acidic, Rich, Well-drained
Moisture: Moderate
Sun: Full sun, Partial sun
Exposure: Partial shade, Sheltered

Landscape use: Accent plant, Fall interest, Rock garden, Sheared hedge, Small garden/space

Notes: Perennial

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