Bastard Cedar
Calocedrus decurrens (Torr.) Florin
Calocedrus decurrens (Torr.) Florin, commonly known as Bastard Cedar or incense cedar, is a coniferous tree native to western North America. It is a member of the Cupressaceae family and is widely recognized as the most prominent species in its genus.
Description
Calocedrus decurrens is a coniferous tree species found in regions including California, Oregon, and parts of Mexico. It is also present in various other locations globally, including Great Britain, Spain, and Sardinia. The species was published in 1956 and is known for its aromatic wood and distinctive appearance. Common names include Bastard Cedar and incense cedar, with the latter often used without a regional qualifier due to its widespread recognition.
Other common names
Bastard CedarCalifornia Incense CedarCalifornia Post CedarIncense CedarWhite CedarCalifornia incense-cedarCalifornia post-cedarbastard-cedarincense-cedarCalifornian Incense-Cedar
Distribution
IE · IT · PT · AT · Italy · Sardegna (Sardinia) · Spain · NO · BR · Global · California · Great Britain · Mexico Northwest · Oregon
Synonyms
Libocedrus decurrensThuja decurrensThuja craiganaAbies cupressoidesHeyderia decurrensLibocedrus decurrens f. compactaLibocedrus decurrens var. glaucaLibocedrus decurrens f. glaucaLibocedrus decurrens f. aureovariegata
