Juniperus excelsa Grecian juniper (Cupressaceae) Evergreen tree

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Juniperus excelsa
Grecian juniper
Evergreen tree
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The Juniperus excelsa plant species is found in S. Europe to E. Asia. It is a member of the Cupressaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Grecian juniper. Some home gardeners know the variety as J. macropoda. Boiss.

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Latin Name:  Juniperus excelsa
Common Name:  Grecian juniper
Family:  Cupressaceae
Author:  M. Bieb.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  20   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Inner dry ranges of the Himalayas, 1500 - 4200 metres[146], from Nepal to Afghanistan.

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in dry soils. Succeeds in most soils if they are well drained, preferring a neutral or slightly alkaline soil[11] and succeeding on chalk[200]. Plants are tender when young, they require a sheltered position[1]. The crushed foliage emits a warm resinous scent[185]. Plants are usually dioecious though sometimes they are monoecious[11]. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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