The Western Red Cedar is a massive, aromatic evergreen tree native to the coastal rainforests of the Pacific Northwest. Known for its reddish, rot-resistant wood, it has long been used by Indigenous peoples for totem poles, clothing, and canoes. It often grows in moist, shaded areas and can live for over a thousand years.
Its dense canopy and layered bark provide vital habitat for birds, insects, and small mammals, supporting complex forest ecosystems.