Knowra Cedrus Cedrus Cedrus is a genus of evergreen conifers native to the mountains of the Mediterranean region and western Himalaya. Its four species are commonly called true cedars.
Pinaceae : Pinaceae is the conifer family that includes pines, firs, spruces, and cedars. Cedrus belongs to this family, whose cone and needle traits help place the genus.
Conifer cone : A conifer cone is a reproductive structure made of scales that bear pollen or exposed seeds. Cedrus produces woody seed cones that mature over multiple years.
Cedarwood : Cedarwood is aromatic, durable wood obtained from trees called cedars, including species of Cedrus. Cedrus timber has been valued for construction, joinery, and its resistance to decay.
Montane forest : Montane forests are forests that grow in mountainous regions, shaped by elevation and local climate. Natural Cedrus stands form part of several Mediterranean and Himalayan mountain forests.
Conifer : Conifers are woody seed plants that bear seeds in cones and usually retain needle-like or scale-like leaves. Cedrus is an evergreen conifer with seeds borne in woody cones.
Pollen cone : A pollen cone is a small conifer reproductive structure that releases pollen grains. Male cones release the pollen that fertilizes ovules on cedar seed cones.
Cedar oil : Cedar oil is an aromatic oil distilled from cedar wood, foliage, or other plant material. Oils from Cedrus have been used in fragrances and traditional applications.
Mediterranean forests, woodlands, and scrub : Mediterranean forests, woodlands, and scrub are ecosystems shaped by dry summers and mild, wet winters. Several western Cedrus populations grow within this climate region.
Cedrus atlantica : Cedrus atlantica is the Atlas cedar, native to the Atlas Mountains of North Africa. It is one of the four species recognized within the genus.
Wind pollination : Wind pollination is the transfer of pollen between plants by air currents. Cedar pollen travels through the air rather than relying on animal pollinators.
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