Cedrus deodara
Common names
Himilayan cedar
Biostatus
Exotic
Conservation status
Not applicable
Category
Vascular
Structural class
Trees & Shrubs - Gymnosperms
Detailed taxonomy
Genus
Family
Ecology
Reason for introduction
Ornamental
Other information
Extra information
The National Wilding Conifer Control Programme team at Biosecurity New Zealand, a branch of Ministry for Primary Industries, has produced this wilding conifer quick ID guide.
Etymology
cedrus: From the ancient Greek name for the cedar; some authors suggest this name is derived from the River Kedron in Judea.