Calocedrus decurrens

Description: 

The Incense cedar tree stays small but then it grows big; about 70-110 ft tall! The leaves are green and the bark is brown. 

Geography: 

The tree grows in Asia and in North America. Incense cedar grows in California and Oregon. 

Growing Conditions:

This cedar tree grows very well in sun and moist soil. The California incense cedar does not need that much water. 

Survival Traits: 

Incense cedar can live in different kinds of soil. They have cones that drop seeds that will eventually turn into a tree.

Wildlife: 

Birds and squirrels live in incense cedar trees. 

Lifecycle and Reproduction: 

First the tree makes cones. Then the seeds drop out of the cones and then the seeds grow into a tree.

Interesting Facts: 

It is interesting that this tree can grow 70 to 110 feet! Incense cedar has a strong smell of cedar.  

About the Author: 

Izzek likes plants. Izzek likes red. Izzek’s school is the ELC.