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Deodar cedar (Cedrus deodara)

Deodar (Cedrus deodara) is a large, evergreen conifer known for its graceful, pyramidal form and drooping branches. It features silvery-green, needle-like leaves and is a

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Sunlight

Full sun

Watering

Moderate, drought tolerant once established

Soil

Well-drained, moist, slightly acidic to neutral loam

Temperature

Tolerant of wide range

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low, only if needed

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun

Water

Moderate, drought tolerant once established

Soil

Well-drained, moist, slightly acidic to neutral loam

Temperature

Tolerant of wide range

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low, only if needed

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-30 m

Spread

6-12 m

Growth Rate

Medium to fast

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Color

Blue-green, Silvery-green

Leaf Type

Needle-like

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Abies deodara (Roxb. ex D.Don) Lindl.
Cedrus indica Chambray
Larix deodara (Roxb. ex D.Don) K.Koch
Pinus deodara Roxb. ex D.Don
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classPinopsida
  • orderPinales
  • familyPinaceae
  • genusCedrus
  • speciesCedrus deodara
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Non-toxic

Additional Care Tips

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