Juniperus virginiana
| Scientific Name: | Juniperus virginiana |
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| Family: | Cupressaceae |
| Common Name: | Eastern Red Cedar |
| Authority: | Linneaus |
| Etymology: | Juniperus = classical name for the tree, virginiana = from Virginia |
| C Value: | 1 |
| Wetness: | FACU |
| # of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 3 |
| Duration: | Perennial |
| Reproduction: | Dioecious |
| Flower Type: | Imperfect |
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| Flower Color: | Inconspicuous |
| Growth Habit: | Woody |
| Leaf Arrangement: | Alternate |
| Leaf Type: | Simple |
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| Leaf Margin: | Toothed |
| Leaf Toothing: | scale-like |
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| Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
| Status (State): | Not Listed |
| Status (Federal): | Not Listed |
| ID Tips: | has dictinctive soft, fragrant, red-brown heartwood |
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| More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |