Japanese Cryptomeria
Species
Cryptomeria japonica
Family
Cupressaceae
Campus Location
Southwest of the Temple of Justice
Native Range
Japan, southern China
Description
- Deciduous, and can grow up to 230 feet high, with a 13-foot diameter trunk.
- Susceptible to mites.
- Landscape uses include specimen and windbreak.
History and significance:
It's the national tree of Japan, where it is commonly planted around temples and shrines.