Cedrus brevifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Elwes & A.Henry
Source:
wcs
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Trees Great Britain 3: 467. (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592530
Common Names
- Short-Leaf Cedar
- Short-Needled Cedar
- Short-Needled Cedar of Lebanon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cedrus brevifolia (also called Short-leaved Cedar, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to the Himalayas. It has a straight trunk and an open, spreading crown with long, drooping branches. It grows in humid, montane forests and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Cedrus brevifolia is used for medicinal purposes, as a source of food for animals, and as a source of wood for construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cedrus brevifolia is small and yellow in color. The seed is small and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cedrus brevifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen tree native to Africa. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates, and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a shaded area until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature trees and planted in moist, well-draining soil. The tree should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Cedrus brevifolia
Cedrus brevifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Cedrus brevifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cedrus brevifolia?
Cedrus brevifolia
What is the common name of Cedrus brevifolia?
Brevifolia Cedrus
What is the natural habitat of Cedrus brevifolia?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Cedrus genus
Species in the Pinaceae family
Abies alba, Abies amabilis, Abies balsamea, Abies beshanzuensis, Abies borisii-regis, Abies bracteata, Abies cephalonica, Abies chensiensis, Abies cilicica, Abies concolor, Abies delavayi, Abies densa, Abies durangensis, Abies fabri, Abies fanjingshanensis, Abies fargesii, Abies firma, Abies flinckii, Abies forrestii, Abies fraseri, Abies grandis, Abies guatemalensis, Abies hickelii, Abies hidalgensis, Abies holophylla, Abies homolepis, Abies kawakamii, Abies koreana, Abies lasiocarpa, Abies magnifica, Abies mariesii, Abies nebrodensis, Abies nephrolepis, Abies nordmanniana, Abies numidica, Abies pindrow, Abies pinsapo, Abies procera, Abies recurvata, Abies religiosa, Abies sachalinensis, Abies sibirica, Abies spectabilis, Abies squamata, Abies veitchii, Abies vejarii, Abies yuanbaoshanensis, Abies ziyuanensis, Abies jaliscana, Abies phanerolepis,
References
Aimé Constant Fidèle Henry (1801-1875): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Henry' in the authors string.
Henry John Elwes (1846-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elwes' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Cedrus brevifolia (Hook.f.) Elwes & A.Henry: Placement according to April 2023 Classification