Key to the Gymnosperms of the Southeastern U.S. -
Leaves alternate or spirally arranged


Needle-like leaves are two-sided, with
distinct upper and lower surfaces

OR

Needle-like leaves are three-sided, four-sided,
or more or less oval in cross section -
Japanese cedar (Cryptomeria japonica)

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Needles two-sided (close-up image) Needles three-sided, four-sided, or oval in cross section (close-up image)
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