Austrocedrus chilensis (Chilean Cedar)
Botanical Information
| Family | Cupressaceae |
| Genus | Austrocedrus |
| Species | chilensis |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (evergreen) |
| Origin | Chile, Argentina. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 7 - 9 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 6b - 8a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H3 - H6 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -18 - (-1) |
| Temperature (°F) | 0 - 30 |
| Height | 8 - 12 m |
| Spread | 3 - 4 m |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A columnar evergreen conifer with sprays of small scale-like leaves. It is notably fragrant. Insignificant flowers are followed by production of small cones. Usually chosen based on its foliage and habit. |
| Notable Specimens | Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England. |
| Flower Description | Insignificant brown flowers. |
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