Grecian Juniper
Juniperus excelsa
Basic Information
Family: Cupressaceae
Genus: juniperus
Plant ID (slug): juniperus-excelsa
Numeric ID: 1039
USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Juniperus excelsa is an evergreen Tree growing to 20 m (65ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf all year, and the seeds ripen in October. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). and is pollinated by Wind. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.
Distribution
S. Europe to E. Asia.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Canopy;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Fruit - raw or cooked. A liquid is obtained from the fruit[146] (used for drinking?).The cones are about 7 - 12mm in diameter and take 2 years to mature[200].
Medicinal Uses
Miscellany The smoke from the branches is used in India to treat the delirium of fevers.
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Juniperus excelsa Grecian Juniper PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Juniperus excelsa is an evergreen Tree growing to 20 m (65ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in leaf all year, and the seeds ripen in October. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). and is pollinated by Wind. The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.