🌿Native Nature

eastern redcedar

Juniperus virginiana

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Pinopsida ›Order: Pinales ›Family: Cupressaceae ›Genus: Juniperus

About

Juniperus virginiana — its common names include red cedar, eastern redcedar, Virginian juniper, eastern juniper, red juniper, pencil cedar, and aromatic cedar — is a species of juniper native to eastern North America from southeastern Canada to the Gulf of Mexico and east of the Great Plains. Further west it is replaced by the related Juniperus scopulorum (Rocky Mountain juniper) and to the southwest by Juniperus ashei (Ashe juniper).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of eastern redcedar?
The scientific name of eastern redcedar is Juniperus virginiana.
What kingdom does eastern redcedar belong to?
eastern redcedar belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does eastern redcedar belong to?
eastern redcedar belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does eastern redcedar belong to?
eastern redcedar belongs to the class Pinopsida.
What order does eastern redcedar belong to?
eastern redcedar belongs to the order Pinales.
What family does eastern redcedar belong to?
eastern redcedar belongs to the family Cupressaceae.
What genus does eastern redcedar belong to?
eastern redcedar belongs to the genus Juniperus.