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Juniperus recurva


Himalayan Weeping Juniper




Origin:  Northern Himalayas and northern Pakistan. East to Western Yunnan and Southwest China.
Genus
Juniperus
Species
recurva
Category
Woody
Type
Tree (evergreen)
USDA Hardiness Zone
7 - 9
Canadian Hardiness Zone
7a - 10a
RHS Hardiness Zone
H5 - H6
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Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
Cultivation
Prefers to be grown in full sun and requires moist well-drained soil.
Shape
Conical shape with a non-symmetrical lean
Bark/Stem Description
Bark is an uneven brownish-orange colour which eventually exfoliates and is replaced with younger bark.
Flower/Leaf Bud Description
Very small, conical-shaped light green buds fading into brown and have small scales.
Propagation
Propagation by seed.
Ethnobotanical Uses (Disclaimer)
The species has been traditionally used as non-steroidal anti inflammatory, antiseptic, muscle relaxant, antitoxin, aphrodisiac, lotions and digestion assistance. One of the most ancient rituals of the Himalayan region is the burning of Juniperus recurva on mountain tops to purify and sanctify the area
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