Cryptomeria japonica (Thunb. ex L.f.) D.Don
Also known as: Japanese cedar
A medium-sized deciduous tree known for its natural cleansing properties and wide ecological value.
Quick Facts
FAMILY
Cupressaceae
NATIVE REGION
India, Nepal, Bhutan
IUCN STATUS
Least concern
TYPE
Deciduous Tree
Japan, China: widely cutivated in india (Himalayan Hill stations, arboreta,plantation.
Prefers moist, cool temperature climates; grows well on deep , well drained soils in valleys and mountains slopes, often at 1200 -2200m in India.

Tall evergreen conifer 30-40m (can exceed 50m in native range); trunk straight, reddish obrown bark peeling in strips ; leaves needle like , spirally arranged cones small, round woody.
- timber (light, durable , fragnant; used in carpentry, furniture and construction); ornamental and avenue tree in hill stations ; cultural significance in japan; also used in reforestation and soil stabilization.
Important for ecological balance and supports biodiversity.
Plant Details
Seed
Flower
Fruit
Leaves
Bark