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Cockscomb Japanese Cedar

Scientific name: Cryptomeria japonica 'Cristata'
Taxonomy
Family:Taxodiaceae
Type:Coniferous trees
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:5 to 8
Sun:Full to partial sun
Moisture:Medium
Plant Characteristics
Height:25 ft
Width:15 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

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Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description 'Cristata' is mostly known for its interesting cocks-comb shaped fasciations. Also known as the Crested Japanese Cedar, 'Cristata' was exported from Japan around 1900.

  Morphology:
This is an ornamental conifer that can grow to 25’ in height and 15’ in width after many years. At 10 years it may attain a size of 14’ tall and 5’ wide. It features a slender, pyramidal shape. The needles are ½ to ¾ inch long, curving inward toward the twig they are borne upon. The foliage is normally green but can brown during the winter. The bark is reddish and peeling.

  Adaptation:
Japanese Cedar prefers a moist acidic soil which is well drained. This cultivar prefers full sun but can take some shade.

  Pests:
None reported.
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