UNBC & Aleza Lake Research Forest
Plant Systems Database


Chamaecyparis nootkatensis    ( Yellow cedar )

Family: CUPRESSACEAE


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Species: Chamaecyparis Nootkatensis (D.Don) Spach

Depiction: Seed cones purpulish with prominent erect triangular projections. Leaves scale-like with strong odor when crushed.

Photo Location: Banks Island, B.C

Photograph Date: May 17th 2007

Photographer: Allan Carson


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