{"product_id":"taiwan-cedar-seeds-coffin-tree-taiwania-cryptomerioides-rare-conifer","title":"Taiwan Cedar Seeds \"Coffin Tree\" (Taiwania cryptomerioides) Rare Conifer","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"80\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaiwan Cedar Coffin Tree Seeds (Taiwania cryptomerioides) Rare Evergreen Conifer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eTaiwania cryptomerioides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eTaiwan Cedar\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eCoffin Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a rare evergreen conifer native to Taiwan, China, Myanmar, and Vietnam. Considered one of the most impressive conifer species in Asia, this ancient tree is highly prized by collectors for its graceful form, unique foliage, and remarkable stature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"733\"\u003eIn its native habitat, \u003cstrong\u003eTaiwan Cedar\u003c\/strong\u003e can reach \u003cstrong\u003eheights of over 180 feet\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the tallest conifers in Asia. In cultivation, it typically develops into a large, elegant specimen tree with a conical to columnar crown and attractive gray-brown bark that exfoliates in narrow strips as the tree matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eOne of its most distinctive features is its dimorphic foliage. Young trees display soft blue-green needle-like leaves, while mature specimens develop flattened sprays of scale-like foliage, creating an unusual and highly ornamental appearance throughout the seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1231\"\u003eThis species thrives in moist, fertile, acidic soils with excellent drainage. It performs best in full sun but can tolerate light shade. Consistent moisture is important, particularly during establishment and periods of drought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003eLight: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eSoil: Rich, acidic, well-draining soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eWater: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture\u003cbr data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eGrowth: Evergreen conifer tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eClimate: Mild temperate to subtropical regions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eWhy Grow Taiwan Cedar?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003e• Rare collector conifer\u003cbr data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003e• One of Asia's tallest tree species\u003cbr data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003e• Attractive blue-green juvenile foliage\u003cbr data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003e• Unique mature scale-like leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003e• Elegant conical growth habit\u003cbr data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003e• Excellent specimen landscape tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1679\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Ancient and historically significant species\u003cbr data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003e• Low-maintenance once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1792\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones: 8–10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eTaiwan Cedar Germination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1792\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e1) Soak seeds in water, let stand for 24 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1792\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e2) Place seeds in a zip lock bag filled with moist peat moss or vermiculite. Place in fridge for 60 days to cold stratify. Periodically check to ensure they stay slightly moist, but never overly wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1792\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e3) Plant seeds no more than 1\/16 of an inch deep, and use a heated propagator mat to keep the temperature at 80 degrees F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1792\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e4) Use a bright \"indirect light\" while keeping the soil slightly moist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1792\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e5) Expect germination between 3 to 6 weeks. Do not toss out any that do not sprout early as germination is erratic and they will sprout at different times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eGerminación del cedro de Taiwán:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e1) Remoje las semillas en agua y déjelas reposar durante 24 horas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e2) Coloque las semillas en una bolsa con cierre hermético (tipo Ziploc) llena de turba húmeda o vermiculita. Introdúzcala en el refrigerador durante 60 días para realizar la estratificación en frío. Verifique periódicamente para asegurarse de que se mantengan ligeramente húmedas, pero nunca excesivamente mojadas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e3) Siembre las semillas a una profundidad no mayor de 1\/16 de pulgada y utilice una manta térmica de propagación para mantener la temperatura a 80 grados Fahrenheit (aprox. 27 °C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e4) Proporcione una «luz indirecta» brillante, manteniendo al mismo tiempo el sustrato ligeramente húmedo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e5) Espere la germinación en un plazo de 3 a 6 semanas. No deseche ninguna semilla que no brote de inmediato, ya que la germinación es irregular y estas brotarán en momentos diferentes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seed Head Exotics","offers":[{"title":"10 SEEDS","offer_id":54174285365532,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 SEEDS","offer_id":54174285398300,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9931\/2924\/files\/tw8.jpg?v=1780426483","url":"https:\/\/www.seedheadexotics.com\/products\/taiwan-cedar-seeds-coffin-tree-taiwania-cryptomerioides-rare-conifer","provider":"Seed Head Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}