Australian redcedar
Toona ciliata
Overview
The Australian Redcedar, also known as Red Cedar or Toona Ciliata, is a tall evergreen tree native to Australia and Indonesia. It typically grows to heights of 30-60 meters, with a straight trunk and spreading conical crown. Its leaves are glossy, dark green, and finely serrated. The bark is thin and grey-brown. Redcedar is valued as a timber for its aroma and attractive reddish-brown color. Its wood is used in furniture, flooring, and decorative accents in homes. It is also harvested for its fragrant oils; its smoke is used in Aboriginal smoke ceremonies. It is also a useful shade tree in warm climates, and it's resilience and fast growth make it an ideal choice for reforestation.
Care Guide
Watering
Frequent — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 9-12.
Pruning
Best pruned in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, February, March, April, June, July, August.
Propagation
Air Layering Propagation, Cutting, Grafting Propagation, Seed Propagation
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