Cedrus libani – Lebanese cedar

£265

The cedar of Lebanon tree (Cedrus libani) is a large, cone-bearing evergreen conifer that originates from Lebanon, Turkey and western Syria. Cedar of Lebanon is special because it grew around the mountains of Lebanon in biblical times and became the national symbol of Lebanon. In the Bible, it has spiritual meaning. The Hebrew word for cedar means ‘firm’, relating to the strength of the tree’s roots and the durability of its wood, and the trees are said to be symbols of fortitude and longevity. The cedar of Lebanon is under serious threat from deforestation in its natural habitat, as well as the effects of climate change.