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Juniperus squamata Flaky juniper Evergreen shrub (1 Page of 5) 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. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses 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].
General Uses: The cultivar 'Blue Carpet' can be used as a ground cover plant in a sunny position[188].
The wood is very fragrant, it is used as a fuel and an incense[51, 158].
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