Cryptomeria japonica 'Egmont'
Japanese Cedar




Selected form of Cryptomeria japonica to ensure consistent hedging. Makes a good screen or hedge, and can be pruned. Very wind and cold hardy.
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Family: Cupressaceae, cypress family, a family of coniferous trees found all around the world. Learn more about Cupressaceae.
Genus: Cryptomeria, cryptomeria, derived from the Greek adjective κρυπτός (kruptós, 'concealed, hidden, secret') and noun μέρος (méros, 'part, component'), meaning 'hidden part', in reference to the concealed position of the male cones of species in this genus. A genus of evergreen trees native to Japan.
Species: Cryptomeria japonica, jāpōnica (Latin, adjective), meaning 'Japanese, of or relating to Japan', in reference to this species' native geographical location.
Cultivar: Cryptomeria japonica 'Egmont'
Synonyms: Cupressus japonica 'Egmont'
Common Name: Japanese Cedar
Other Common Name(s): Japanese Redwood