What is Sciadopitys?
Q: What is Sciadopitys?
A: Sciadopitys is a unique conifer that is endemic to Japan and the sole surviving member of the family Sciadopityaceae.
Q: How old are Sciadopitys fossils?
A: Sciadopitys fossils are 230 million years old.
Q: What is the appearance of Sciadopitys trees?
A: Sciadopitys trees have brown main shoots with whorls of 7-12 cm long flexible green "cladodes" that resemble leaves but are actually composed of stem tissue.
Q: How do the cones release the seeds?
A: The cones of Sciadopitys are 6-11 cm long and have flattish scales that open to release the seeds.
Q: Why is Sciadopitys popular in gardens?
A: Despite its slow growth rate and high cost, Sciadopitys is popular in gardens because of its attractive appearance.
Q: What is the Japanese Imperial crest for Prince Hisahito of Akishino?
A: The Japanese Imperial crest for Prince Hisahito of Akishino is Koyamaki, which is Sciadopitys.
Q: Who introduced Sciadopitys to Europe?
A: John Gould Veitch introduced Sciadopitys to Europe in September 1860.
