Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
japonica
ID:
629091

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb. ex. L.) D.Don

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 18: 167. (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628423

Common Names

  • Japanese Cryptomeria
  • Japanese Cedar
  • Cryptomeria Japonica

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Description

Cryptomeria japonica (also called Japanese Cedar, Sugi, and Hinoki, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree native to Japan. It has a pyramidal shape with a straight trunk and a dense, conical crown. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun and is commonly found in mountain forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptomeria japonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a timber tree for furniture and construction.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cryptomeria japonica sub. sinenssis P.D.Sell

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cryptomeria japonica is small and white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are long and thin with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptomeria japonica is a perennial evergreen that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry spells. It is best to plant it in the spring or early summer and it can be propagated by cuttings in the late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Cryptomeria japonica

Cryptomeria japonica is native to Japan and can be found in moist forests.

Cryptomeria japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptomeria japonica?

Cryptomeria japonica

What type of plant is Cryptomeria japonica?

It is a coniferous tree

Where is Cryptomeria japonica native to?

It is native to Japan, Taiwan, and China

Species in the Cryptomeria genus

Species in the Cupressaceae family

Athrotaxis cupressoides, Athrotaxis laxifolia, Athrotaxis selaginoides, Austrocedrus chilensis, Callitris acuminata, Callitris baileyi, Callitris canescens, Callitris columellaris, Callitris drummondii, Callitris endlicheri, Callitris macleayana, Callitris monticola, Callitris muelleri, Callitris neocaledonica, Callitris oblonga, Callitris preissii, Callitris rhomboidea, Callitris roei, Callitris sulcata, Callitris verrucosa, Callitris arenaria, Callitris pyramidalis, Callitris pancheri, Callitropsis nootkatensis, Calocedrus rupestris, Calocedrus decurrens, Calocedrus formosana, Calocedrus macrolepis, Chamaecyparis formosensis, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana, Chamaecyparis obtusa, Chamaecyparis pisifera, Chamaecyparis thyoides, Chamaecyparis hodginsii, Chamaecyparis flifera, Cryptomeria japonica, Cunninghamia konishii, Cunninghamia lanceolata, Cupressus atlantica, Cupressus austrotibetica, Cupressus cashmeriana, Cupressus chengiana, Cupressus corneyana, Cupressus duclouxiana, Cupressus dupreziana, Cupressus funebris, Cupressus gigantea, Cupressus guadalupensis, Cupressus pendula, Cupressus sargentii,

References

David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Cryptomeria japonica (Thunb. ex. L.) D.Don: Placement according to April 2023 Classification