Cedars | Cedrus

Cedars | Cedrus

Description
Description

Cedars (Cedrus) are popularly cultivated ornamental trees in temperate climates. Timber from this tree is used to make chests since the wood is repellent to moths. This wood is also spicy and scented. In the wild, you will find it in the Himalayan mountains and Mediterranean regions. This coniferous tree is usually tall with broad, level branches and a bark that is either thick ridged or square-cracked. The needle-like leaves can either be bright grass green or dark green as the cones are broad, green, or gray-brown on maturity and barrel-shaped. You will find it in moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.

Common Questions
Common Questions
What is unique about a Cedar tree?

Cedar trees are known for their distinctive aroma and their durable, rot-resistant wood, which has made them valuable for use in construction and other purposes. Cedar trees are also important for the ecosystems in which they grow, providing habitat for a variety of animals and helping to regulate the local climate by providing shade and moisture.

Where do Cedar trees grow best?

Cedar trees can grow in a range of climates, but tend to prefer moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Cedar trees are adaptable and can grow in a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, and sand. They are tolerant of drought and cold, making them a popular choice for landscaping in many regions and tend to grow best in areas with cool, humid climates and sufficient moisture.

What is cedar wood typically used for?

Cedar wood is commonly used for a variety of purposes, including construction, furniture-making, and outdoor use. Cedar wood is often used for shingles, shakes, and siding on houses and other buildings due to its natural resistance to weathering and decay. It is also used for fencing, decks, and outdoor furniture, as well as for interior paneling and cabinetry. Cedar wood has a natural aroma that makes it a popular choice for use in saunas and closets, and it is also used for making pencils and other small items.

Plants

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40’-60’ | 12.2-18.3 m
25’-40’ | 7.6-12.2 m (Spread)
3-6’ | .9-1.8 m (Trunk)
.7”-1.5” | 18-38 mm (Needle)
Atlas Cedar
1830.000
1220.000
180.000
3.800
15100
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Atlas Cedar
40’-50’ | 12.2-15.2 m
40’-50’ | 12.2-15.2 m (Spread)
3.9’-8.2’ | 1.2-2.5 m (Trunk)
.2”-.5” | 5-13 mm (Needle)
Cyprus Cedar
1520.000
1520.000
250.000
1.300
700
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Cyprus Cedar
49’-82’ | 15-25 m
20’-45’ | 6.1-13.7 m (Spread)
3.3’-6.6’ | 1-2 m (Trunk)
1”-2” | 25-51 mm (Needle)
Deodar Cedar
2500.000
1370.000
200.000
5.100
27450
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Deodar Cedar
40’-60’ | 12.2-18.3 m
40’-70’ | 12.2-21.3 m (Spread)
4.9’-6.9’ | 1.5-2.1 m (Trunk)
.79”-1.57” | 20-40 mm (Needle)
Lebanese Cedar
1830.000
2130.000
210.000
4.000
9500
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Lebanese Cedar
Deodar Cedar (Cedrus deodara)
Comparison drawing of the Deodar Cedar compared to similar Cedar species and a person

The Deodar Cedar (Cedrus deodara), also known as the Himalayan Cedar is a large evergreen coniferous tree known for growing at high altitudes. The Deodar Tree is native to the western Himalayas. The Deodar Cedar matures from pyramidal to a flat-topped crown and has level branches that extend into drooping branchlets that at times can touch the ground. The long leaves of the Deodar Cedar are needle-like, slender, and grow in dense clusters. They also have bright green to blue-green colorings. The Deodar Cedar produces cones and is non-flowering. The Deodar Cedar is not in danger of extinction.

Deodar Cedars have a typical overall height between 49’-82’ (15-25 m) and spread diameter of 20’-45’ (6.1-13.7 m). Exceptional mature Deodar Cedar trees may grow to heights of 197’ (60 m) in the wild. The trunk of the Deodar Cedar has a diameter of 3.3’-6.6’ (1-2 m) with needle-like leaf lengths between 1”-2” (25-51 mm).

Scaled set of drawings of the Deodar Cedar in front and top views with dimensions
The Deodar Cedar (Cedrus deodara), also known as the Himalayan Cedar is a large evergreen coniferous tree known for growing at high altitudes. The Deodar Tree is native to the western Himalayas. The Deodar Cedar matures from pyramidal to a flat-topped crown and has level drooping branches.

Deodar Cedars have a typical overall height between 49’-82’ (15-25 m) and spread diameter of 20’-45’ (6.1-13.7 m). Exceptional mature Deodar Cedar trees may grow to heights of 197’ (60 m) in the wild. The trunk of the Deodar Cedar has a diameter of 3.3’-6.6’ (1-2 m) with needle-like leaf lengths between 1”-2” (25-51 mm).

Scaled set of drawings of the Deodar Cedar in front and top views with dimensions
Deodar Cedar (Cedrus deodara)
Height:
49’-82’ | 15-25 m
Width:
20’-45’ | 6.1-13.7 m (Spread)
Length:
1”-2” | 25-51 mm (Needle)
Depth:
3.3’-6.6’ | 1-2 m (Trunk)
Height (Exceptional)
197’ | 60 m (Max)
Weight:
Area:
Scientific Name
Cedrus deodara

Drawings include:

Deodar Cedar front elevation, plan view

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Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica)
Size comparison drawing of the Atlas Cedar compared to a person and other Cedar species

The Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlatica), is a coniferous evergreen tree that is part of the Pinaceae family. The Atlas Cedar tree is native to the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, the Rif, as well as the Tell Atlas in Algeria. The Atlas Cedar has a single trunk that typically forks and creates a broad-conical crown. Its leaves grow into long shoots that are spirally arranged and are denser at the base of the shoot. The Atlas Cedar is a non-flowering tree and produces seed cones that are light green and ripen to a pale brown. The Atlas Cedar is in danger of extinction.

Atlas Cedars have a typical overall height between 40’-60’ (12.2-18.3 m) and spread diameter of 25’-40’ (7.6-12.2 m). Exceptional mature Atlas Cedar trees may grow to heights of 131’ (40 m) in the wild. The trunk of the Atlas Cedar has a diameter of 3-6’ (.9-1.8 m) with needle-like leaf lengths between .7”-1.5” (18-38 mm).

Set of scaled dimensioned drawings of the Atlas Cedar viewed from the front and top
The Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlatica), is a coniferous evergreen tree that is part of the Pinaceae family. The Atlas Cedar tree is native to the Atlas Mountains of Morocco, the Rif, as well as the Tell Atlas in Algeria. The Atlas Cedar has a single trunk that typically forks and a broad-conical crown.

Atlas Cedars have a typical overall height between 40’-60’ (12.2-18.3 m) and spread diameter of 25’-40’ (7.6-12.2 m). Exceptional mature Atlas Cedar trees may grow to heights of 131’ (40 m) in the wild. The trunk of the Atlas Cedar has a diameter of 3-6’ (.9-1.8 m) with needle-like leaf lengths between .7”-1.5” (18-38 mm).

Set of scaled dimensioned drawings of the Atlas Cedar viewed from the front and top
Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica)
Height:
40’-60’ | 12.2-18.3 m
Width:
25’-40’ | 7.6-12.2 m (Spread)
Length:
.7”-1.5” | 18-38 mm (Needle)
Depth:
3-6’ | .9-1.8 m (Trunk)
Height (Exceptional)
131’ | 40 m (Max)
Weight:
Area:
Scientific Name
Cedrus atlantica

Drawings include:

Atlas Cedar front elevation, plan view

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Lebanese Cedar (Cedrus libani)
Size comparison drawing of the Lebanese Cedar compared to a person and other Cedar species

The Lebanese Cedar (Cedrus libani), is a large evergreen conifer tree that is part of the Pinaceae family and holds a significant cultural and religious significance. The Lebanese Cedar naturally grows within the mountains of the Eastern Mediterranean basin. The Lebanese Cedar is known for its monopodial trunk that forks onto thick branches that create a broad crown with a flat top. It has pale brown-gray leaves that are needle-like and grow in spirals that concentrate at the end of the shoots. The Lebanese Cedar begins to produce cones at the age of 40. The Lebanese Cedar is vulnerable to extinction.

Lebanese Cedars have a typical overall height between 40’-60’ (12.2-18.3 m) and spread diameter of 40’-70’ (12.2-21.3 m). Exceptional mature Lebanese Cedar trees may grow to heights of 131’ (40 m) in the wild. The trunk of the Lebanese Cedar has a diameter of 4.9’-6.9’ (1.5-2.1 m) with needle-like leaf lengths between .79”-1.57” (20-40 mm).

Set of scaled dimensioned drawings of the Lebanese Cedar viewed from the front and top
The Lebanese Cedar (Cedrus libani), is a large evergreen conifer tree that is part of the Pinaceae family and holds a significant cultural and religious significance. The Lebanese Cedar naturally grows within the mountains of the Eastern Mediterranean basin.

Lebanese Cedars have a typical overall height between 40’-60’ (12.2-18.3 m) and spread diameter of 40’-70’ (12.2-21.3 m). Exceptional mature Lebanese Cedar trees may grow to heights of 131’ (40 m) in the wild. The trunk of the Lebanese Cedar has a diameter of 4.9’-6.9’ (1.5-2.1 m) with needle-like leaf lengths between .79”-1.57” (20-40 mm).

Set of scaled dimensioned drawings of the Lebanese Cedar viewed from the front and top
Lebanese Cedar (Cedrus libani)
Height:
40’-60’ | 12.2-18.3 m
Width:
40’-70’ | 12.2-21.3 m (Spread)
Length:
.79”-1.57” | 20-40 mm (Needle)
Depth:
4.9’-6.9’ | 1.5-2.1 m (Trunk)
Height (Exceptional)
131’ | 40 m (Max)
Weight:
Area:
Scientific Name
Cedrus libani

Drawings include:

Lebanese Cedar front elevation, plan view

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Cyprus Cedar (Cedrus brevifolia)
Scale illustration of an average Cyprus Cedar compared to other species of Cedars and a human

The Cyprus Cedar (Cedrus brevifolia) is found in the cedar valley in central Cypres, especially in the Paphos forest. This evergreen conifer tree or shrub is slow-growing, possessing short, irregular, stiff, horizontal branches and thick, slightly curved blue-green needles. The crown is umbrella-like while the cones are cylindrical with a concave apex. It tolerates both sunlight and shade conditions. It's ideal for landscaping because of its small size. The bark is fissured and pale grayish-brown. The Cedar of Cyprus is extremely long-lived and its wood is resistant to rot and insect infections, making it ideal for building wooden artifacts and lockers.

Cyprus Cedars have a typical overall height between 40’-50’ (12.2-15.2 m) and spread diameter of 40’-50’ (12.2-15.2 m). Exceptional mature Cyprus Cedar trees may grow to heights of 82’ (25 m) in the wild. The trunk of the Cyprus Cedar has a diameter of 3.9’-8.2’ (1.2-2.5 m) with needle-like leaf lengths between .2”-.5” (5-13 mm).

Pair of dimensioned illustrations of the Cyprus Cedar seen from the top and elevation views
The Cyprus Cedar (Cedrus brevifolia) is found in the cedar valley in central Cypres, especially in the Paphos forest. This evergreen conifer tree or shrub is slow-growing, possessing short, irregular, stiff, horizontal branches and thick, slightly curved blue-green needles.

Cyprus Cedars have a typical overall height between 40’-50’ (12.2-15.2 m) and spread diameter of 40’-50’ (12.2-15.2 m). Exceptional mature Cyprus Cedar trees may grow to heights of 82’ (25 m) in the wild. The trunk of the Cyprus Cedar has a diameter of 3.9’-8.2’ (1.2-2.5 m) with needle-like leaf lengths between .2”-.5” (5-13 mm).

Pair of dimensioned illustrations of the Cyprus Cedar seen from the top and elevation views
Cyprus Cedar (Cedrus brevifolia)
Height:
40’-50’ | 12.2-15.2 m
Width:
40’-50’ | 12.2-15.2 m (Spread)
Length:
.2”-.5” | 5-13 mm (Needle)
Depth:
3.9’-8.2’ | 1.2-2.5 m (Trunk)
Height (Exceptional)
82’ | 25 m (Max)
Weight:
Area:
Scientific Name
Cedrus brevifolia

Drawings include:

Cyprus Cedar front elevation, plan view

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