Scientific Name: Thuja occidentalis
Other Common Names: Eastern Arborvitae, American Arborvitae, Northern White Cedar
Identification Characteristics: Leaves flat and scale like; 3-5cm in length
Other Interesting Characteristics: This species is threatened where white-tail dear populations are high, since deer commonly use cedars as a winter food source. Oils from this tree are found in organic medications used to eliminate warts.
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