Plant Profile: Juniperus virginiana var. silicicola

The small, round red cedar native to the outer Southern coastal plains features robust cones measuring 3 to 4 mm in length, with scale-like leaves emerging from the slender tips of its slow-growing branches. This prevalent species thrives in sand dunes and marshy areas, although it prefers not to be overly saturated with water. Its bark exhibits a rich cinnamon-red hue, making it a popular choice for hedges or barriers.

This plant can be mistaken for Juniperus virginiana; however, the fleshy cones of the Southern coastal red cedar are notably smaller than those of the Eastern Red Cedar, measuring 3 to 4 mm compared to 4 to 7 mm.

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