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Japanese cedar

Cryptomeria japonica

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (8 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Coniferophyta (Conifers)

Class

Pinopsida (Conifers)

Order

Pinales (Pines & Allies)

Species

Cryptomeria japonica (Japanese cedar)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Sugi

Spanish criptoméria

Portuguese araucária-do-japão

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanese cedar?

The scientific name of Japanese cedar is Cryptomeria japonica. It belongs to the genus Cryptomeria.

Where does Japanese cedar live?

Japanese cedar is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (8 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Afghanistan, Armenia, Australia, Belgium, Bhutan, Brazil, Colombia, Croatia, Denmark, France.

What family does Japanese cedar belong to?

Japanese cedar (Cryptomeria japonica) belongs to the genus Cryptomeria, which is part of the taxonomic family Cupressaceae.

What kingdom does Japanese cedar belong to?

Japanese cedar (Cryptomeria japonica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).