# 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.

- **Category:** [Trees](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/tree)
- **Rarity:** Rare
- **Danger:** 1/5 · Very low
- **Habitat:** Mountain slopes
- **Also known as:** Cedar of Lebanon, Lebanon Cedar Tree

![Lebanon Cedar](https://res.cloudinary.com/drieglelr/image/upload/v1771424709/objects/4847.jpg)

## 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.

## Taxonomy

- **Kingdom:** Plantae
- **Phylum:** Tracheophyta
- **Class:** Pinopsida
- **Order:** Pinales
- **Family:** Pinaceae
- **Genus:** Cedrus

## 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

- **Tough Roots:** Lebanon Cedar has powerful roots that anchor it firmly on rocky, steep slopes, helping it survive strong winds and harsh mountain weather.
- **Ancient Survivor:** Lebanon Cedar's robust wood and slow growth allow it to live for thousands of years, enduring many changing climates.
- **Bug-Off Wood:** 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](https://www.snappit.app/explore/caucasian-squirrel) (*Sciurus anomalus*) — Feeds on seeds from cedar cones.
- **Shelter:** [Common Raven](https://www.snappit.app/explore/common-raven) (*Corvus corax*) — Builds nests in its strong branches.
- **Parasitizes:** [Honey Fungus](https://www.snappit.app/explore/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](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/coniferous): Coniferous plants are typically evergreen, bearing needles or scales and reproductive cones.
- [Evergreen](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/evergreen): Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.
- [Timber](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/timber): Timber refers to wood that has been prepared for use in building and carpentry.
- [Mountain](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/mountain): This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
- [Longevous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/longevous): This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.

## Collections

- [Trees](https://www.snappit.app/explore/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?

No

### 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?

Barrel-shaped cones

## Where to spot

- [Schlossgarten Heidelberg](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/schlossgarten-heidelberg) — Baden-Württemberg, DE · Park
- [Schlosspark Biebrich](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/schlosspark-biebrich-wiesbaden) — Hessen, DE · Park
- [Jardin des Plantes, Paris](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/jardin-des-plantes-paris) — Île-de-France, FR · Park
- [Vallée-aux-Loups Arboretum](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/vallee-aux-loups-arboretum) — Île-de-France, FR · Park
- [Campo Grande Park](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/campo-grande-valladolid) — Castilla y León, ES · Park
- [Harcourt Estate Arboretum](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/harcourt-estate-arboretum) — Normandie, FR · Park

[View all places to see Lebanon Cedar](https://www.snappit.app/guides/where-to-see/lebanon-cedar)

## More Trees

- [English Oak](https://www.snappit.app/explore/english-oak) (*Quercus robur*)
- [Sessile Oak](https://www.snappit.app/explore/sessile-oak) (*Quercus petraea*)
- [Northern Red Oak](https://www.snappit.app/explore/northern-red-oak) (*Quercus rubra*)
- [White Oak](https://www.snappit.app/explore/white-oak) (*Quercus alba*)

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Source: [Lebanon Cedar: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/lebanon-cedar)