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Spiraliter Falcata Japanese cedar

Scientific name: Cryptomeria japonica 'Spiraliter Falcata'
Taxonomy
Family:Taxodiaceae
Type:Dwarf conifers
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:5 to 8
Moisture:Medium
Plant Characteristics
Height:6 ft
Width:4 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description This cultivar of Japanese cedar is known for its fine branches which grow in an irregular, spiral fashion, twisting wormlike in all directions.

  Morphology:
This tree dwarf Japanese cedar features awl-shaped needles, spirally arranged, on thin limbs. Needles are 1/4” to 3/4” long and light green in color. The tree has a naturally conic wedge shape, growing to a height 6’ over time, albeit at a rate of only 2”-4” per year. The foliage will take on a reddish color in the winter.

  Adaptation:
Does best on well-drained, moist, acidic soil, in a site protected from winter winds. It can withstand some shade. No pruning is necessary.

  Pests:
None reported.
For assistance, contact Dr. Charles Brun (brunc@wsu.edu), (360) 397-6060 5701
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