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''Cryptomeria'' is a monotypic genus of conifer in the cypress family Cupressaceae, formerly belonging to the family Taxodiaceae. It includes only one species, ''Cryptomeria japonica'' . It is endemic to Japan, where it is known as sugi . The tree is called Japanese cedar or Japanese red-cedar in English.

Similar species: Pinales
Species identified by RMFelix
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Uploaded Mar 15, 2016. Captured in EN5-2A, 9700, Portugal.