Cedrus deodara — commonly known as Deodar cedar or Himalayan cedar, and Indian cedar — is a majestic evergreen conifer native to the Western Himalayas, particularly in India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Nepal.
🌿 Botanical Features
Needles: Soft, bluish-green to gray-green, 2.5–5 cm long, in clusters.
Cones: Barrel-shaped, 7–12 cm long, upright on branches (typical of true cedars).
Bark: Gray and fissured with age.
Form: Gracefully drooping branches with a pyramidal crown.
Cultural/Religious:
Regarded as a sacred tree in India.
“Deodar” comes from Sanskrit devadāru, meaning "wood of the gods."
Medicinal:
Oil extracted from the wood is used in Ayurvedic treatments for skin conditions and as an antiseptic.
🌍 Ecological Importance
Native deodar forests are crucial habitats for Himalayan wildlife.
Their deep root systems help prevent soil erosion in mountainous areas.
23cm from the bottom of the pot
Photo date: 29 July 25
