Cedrus libani - Wikipedia
Cedrus libani, the cedar of Lebanon or Lebanese cedar (Arabic: أرز لبناني, romanized: ʾarz Lubnāniyy), is a species of tree in the genus Cedrus, a part of the pine family, native to the mountains of the Eastern Mediterranean basin.
Cedar Tree of Lebanon Facts, Identification, Uses, Pictures
Sep 3, 2020 · The cedar of Lebanon, also known as Lebanon cedar, is a species of tall coniferous trees characterized by large, irregularly shaped heads with spreading branches. It belongs to the Cedrus genus of the Pinaceae family.
How to Grow and Care for a Cedar of Lebanon Tree - The Spruce
Feb 3, 2024 · Cedar of Lebanon is an evergreen conifer that grows over 100 feet tall. It's a stately shade tree for large landscapes, native to the eastern Mediterranean, and does well in cold temperatures with full sun. Typically planted in late fall, patient gardeners with enough space can expect a pyramid-shaped, fragrant tree with rich green needles.
Cedrus libani (Lebanon Cedar): Origin, Characteristics
Oct 7, 2024 · Cedrus libani, the cedar of Lebanon or Lebanese cedar, is a species of tree in the genus Cedrus, a part of the pine family, native to the mountains of the Eastern Mediterranean basin. It is predominantly in Lebanon, but also in parts of Turkey, Syria, and Cyprus.
Cedrus libani (Cedar of Lebanon, Lebanon Cedar) | North …
Native to Turkey, it is the most winter hardy cedar of the true cedars. It has a columnar form with short green to blue-green to dark green needles and narrow 3-4 inch cones that mature every other year in the fall. Its branches grow horizontally with the lower branches sweeping the ground.
A Brief History of the Cedar Trees of Lebanon - Culture Trip
Mar 22, 2017 · On the Lebanese flag and in its bumpy history, the cedar stands eternally tall. One of the most defining features of Lebanon’s culture is its Cedar-tree-filled expanses. The tree is definitely a staple of the population’s identity and seeps through into its national anthem and art.
The Quest for the Hardy Cedar-of-Lebanon - Arnold Arboretum
Feb 15, 2007 · During a collecting expedition to the Taurus Mountains in 1990, Mark Flanagan (Keeper of the Royal Gardens, Windsor Great Park) encountered the hardy cedar-of-Lebanon running for nearly 620 miles (1,000 km) along the 5,900-foot (1800-m) contour line.
Discover Lebanon’s National Tree: The Lebanon Cedar
The Lebanon Cedar was designated as the national tree of Lebanon due to its deep-rooted historical, cultural, and religious significance. This tree symbolizes strength, resilience, and longevity, qualities that resonate deeply with the Lebanese national identity.
Cedar of Lebanon: Growing Majestic *Cedrus libani* in Your Garden
Jul 23, 2024 · The Cedar of Lebanon, Cedrus libani, is a majestic evergreen conifer from the Pinaceae family. Known for its stately appearance, it thrives in mild climates with full sunlight and well-draining, deep soil.
Cedrus libani - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden
Cedrus libani, commonly called cedar of Lebanon, is an evergreen conifer that, with age, develops a massive trunk, a flattened top and broad spreading horizontal branching. It is native to mountainous areas of Lebanon, Syria and Turkey.