Deodar cedar

Cedrus deodara (Roxb. ex D.Don) G.Don

Family: Pinaceae

Pet & Human Safety

People: Not researchedPets: Not on the ASPCA lists as we read them

Hazardous parts

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Preparation

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Hazard type

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Hazard route

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How complete this information is

We have not researched the safety of this plant yet.

Toxic to pets

No ASPCA entry found.

The NC State page had no poison lines for this tree.

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Poison control

If someone has collapsed, cannot be woken, is having a seizure or has trouble breathing, call 911 now. For any other possible poisoning, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.

Emergency number source: U.S. federal law (47 U.S.C. § 251(e)(3)), read 2026-10-07.

Naturalist Lore

Historical Background & Breeding Lore

The history of this plant and its name, and how it was bred, where we have them.

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Care

Hardiness zones: USDA 7a to 9b per NC State; USDA 6A to 8B per UF/IFAS for the 'Kashmir' variety only, which UF/IFAS says is hardier than the species
Water needs: moderate
Mature size: Height 30 to 50 ft, width 30 to 40 ft per NC State (species). UF/IFAS, 'Kashmir' variety only: 40 to 60 ft tall and 20 to 30 ft wide.
Where it comes from: Northeastern Afghanistan to western Nepal and northwest India (NC State).

Soil & Drainage

Pruning & Flush Rhythm

Feeding Schedule

How to prepare the soil, when and what to feed, and how and when to prune where that applies.

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