Cryptomeria japonica Auraucarioides

Cryptomeria japonica ‘Araucarioides’ is a striking Japanese cedar known for its bold, open branching that resembles the tiered structure of an Araucaria. This cultivar develops an upright, architectural form with coarse texture that stands apart from softer cryptomeria selections. It grows best in full sun to partial shade with evenly moist, well-drained soil and has a moderate growth rate. Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9 it matures into a medium-sized evergreen tree and makes a dramatic specimen in spacious landscapes and conifer collections.