Juniperus squamata Flaky juniper (Cupressaceae) Evergreen shrub

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Juniperus squamata
Flaky juniper
Evergreen shrub
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The Juniperus squamata plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Himalayas, Afghanistan. It is a member of the Cupressaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Flaky juniper. Some home gardeners know the variety as J. recurva squamata.

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Latin Name:  Juniperus squamata
Common Name:  Flaky juniper
Family:  Cupressaceae
Author:  Buch-Ham. ex D.Don.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  4   Mature Width:  5

Habitat:  Inner valleys of the Himalayas, 3000 - 4500 metres from Afghanistan to S.W. China[51].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most soils if they are well drained, preferring a neutral or slightly alkaline soil[1, 11] and succeeding on chalk[200]. A drought tolerant plant once established, succeeding in hot dry positions[200]. This species is closely allied to J. recurva[11]. There are many named forms, selected for their ornamental value[188]. The type species is very slow growing in Britain[185] but the cultivar 'Meyeri' is somewhat faster and more successful. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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