This conifer was very dear to the Native Americans, using it in its rites by the shamans and as medicine for its expectorant and antiseptic properties.
About 5m tall although it can reach 20m, with bluish green needle-like leaves and red-purple cones turning brown at maturity.
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Sow outdoors |
Average germination (%) | 80 |
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Foliage | Evergreen |
Germination (in days) | 8-16 |
Plant use | Medicinal, Singular, Timber |
Seeds per gram | 625 |
Direct sowing. Temperatures 8ºC night/15ºC day. Lightly cover the seeds and maintain the humidity until germination is completed.
Produces an essential oil with properties against rhinitis, lung infections and bronchitis.