Lebanon Cedar

Cedrus libani

The Lebanon Cedar is a majestic tree with wide branches. It has a strong trunk and is famous for its beautiful wood.

Habitat: Mountain slopes

Appearance

The Lebanon Cedar has striking dark green to blue-green needles and an iconic broad, flat-topped crown when mature. Its deeply fissured, dark brown bark adds to its majestic appearance, making it distinct from many conical conifers.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassPinopsidaOrderPinalesFamilyPinaceaeGenusCedrus

Lebanon Cedar

Interesting facts

A majestic cedar tree adorns the national flag of Lebanon!

Ancient Egyptians used cedar resin for mummifying pharaohs!

Its fragrant wood was once used to build entire ships!

King Solomon's Temple was famously built with cedar wood.

Special abilities

Lebanon Cedar has powerful roots that anchor it firmly on rocky, steep slopes, helping it survive strong winds and harsh mountain weather.

Lebanon Cedar's robust wood and slow growth allow it to live for thousands of years, enduring many changing climates.

The Lebanon Cedar produces a special aromatic oil in its wood that naturally repels insects, keeping pests away from its trunk.

Measurements & details

Height: 25-40 m
Spread: 10-20 m
Edible: No
Size: 100-300 cm
Lifespan: 500-2000 years
Fruit Type: Barrel-shaped cones
Growth Rate: Slow
Leaf Type: Evergreen

Ecological connections

Eats

Caucasian Squirrel

Sciurus anomalus

Feeds on seeds from cedar cones.

Shelter

Common Raven

Corvus corax

Builds nests in its strong branches.

Parasitizes

Honey Fungus

Armillaria mellea

Causes root and butt rot in stressed trees.

Eats

Cedar Shoot Moth

Parasyntaractis irregularis

Larvae feed on cedar shoots.

Traits

Coniferous

Coniferous plants are typically evergreen, bearing needles or scales and reproductive cones.

Evergreen

Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.

Timber

Timber refers to wood that has been prepared for use in building and carpentry.

Mountain

This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.

Longevous

This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.

Also known as

Cedar of LebanonLebanon Cedar Tree

Collections

Trees

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Do not pick or eat anything you find. Some plants and mushrooms can be harmful.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Lebanon Cedar?

Compare leaves or needles, how they attach to the twig, buds, bark and the shape of the crown. Lobed leaves are useful clues, but several unrelated trees share a similar outline. Tree Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details.

How tall is Lebanon Cedar?

25-40 m

How wide does Lebanon Cedar spread?

10-20 m

Is Lebanon Cedar edible?

How big is Lebanon Cedar?

100-300 cm

How long does Lebanon Cedar live?

500-2000 years

Where is Lebanon Cedar usually found?

Mountain slopes

What kind of fruit does Lebanon Cedar produce?