| FAMILIAR TREES OF SOUTH CAROLINA | CLEMSON EXTENSION BUL 117 |
| Eastern
Redcedar Juniperus virginiana |
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The reddish, aromatic heartwood of the eastern redcedar is used for making cedar chests and closet linings. At one time this was the principal species used to make wooden casings for lead pencils. The heartwood is durable and used for fenceposts. It is a favorite Christmas tree. |
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