39)+cedar

=Cedar=

//Deodar species// Pinaceae

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Classification:
Angiosperm/Conifer Monocot/Dicot Diecious/Monoecious

Family characteristics:
Cedar trees are indigenous to North America and are members of the pine family. They are conifers with needle or scale like leaves. They can also be found in the mountains of Asia and North Africa. There are many types of Cedar and even many varieties of Aromatic Cedar. The aroma of the cedar is created through the natural evaporation of oils. This repels many insects which is why Cedar is a common household air freshener. It is more known for being an ornamental tree and is one of the most popular trees to have in the backyard of a house.

Size:
Cedar trees can reach a height of 50 to 100 feet, and they grow in small clusters. The tree grows quickly and reaches full maturity in 15 to 20 years. The diameter of the trunk is usually 14 to 16 inches.

Identifying features:
The leaves are needle-like and are mostly 2.5–5 cm long. Occasionally they can grow up to 7 cm long and are very slender. The seeds are on long shoots, and in clusters of 20-30 on short shoots. They vary from bright green to blue-green in colour. The flowers of a cedar tree vary from species to species and according to gender. Typically, a male cedar tree will have ruddy or brown colored flowers while a female cedar tree has smaller, greener flowers. Most cedar trees have brownish to reddish bark with varying textures. The Cedar has a very durable and decay resistant wood that endures all kinds of climate better then any other species of tree. This stability means minimal shrinkage and twisting compared to other trees and due to the natural oils that resist decay, toxic treatment is not necessary. The closest plant next to the Cedar is the Pepper Tree as well as smaller plants not named.It is tucked away in a corner near a building at Da Vinci High and is partially hidden by the Pepper Tree which makes marveling at this ornamental tree's beauty difficult.

Location/Habitat:
Cultivation is limited to areas with mild winters, with trees frequently killed by temperatures below about −25 °C, limiting it to hardiness zones 8 and warmer for reliable growth. It is commonly grown in western Europe in the Meditterranean Region around the Black Sea, in southern and central China. It is also found on the west coast of North America as far north as Vancouver, British Columbia and in the southeastern United States from Texas to Virginia.

Water/Sun Requirements:
Many types of cedar trees tolerate drought, but this does not necessarily mean that they should not be watered. In the rainy season the tree should get enough water but in dry seasons cedar tree's will need at least 1 inch of water per week. A Cedar tree requires at least six hours of sun daily however it cannot be placed in the sun all day which will affect its growth.

Reproduction:
The Cedar reproduces by seeds that are nestled safely in cones. The seeds are germinated and preserved for up to four years. after sowing the seeds are loosely covered with soil to begin the growing process.

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Created by: Tyler Bossio