Thuja (Noun)
Meaning
Red cedar.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The thuja is a type of evergreen tree commonly known as the red cedar, often used for hedges and topiaries.
- Western red cedar is also known as thuja plicata, a species native to the Pacific Northwest region of North America.
- Thuja oil, extracted from the red cedar tree, has been used for centuries in traditional medicine for its antiseptic properties.
- The thuja tree, also known as the eastern red cedar, is a popular choice for landscaping due to its durability and resistance to pests.
- Thuja occidentalis, or northern white cedar, is a species of red cedar that is commonly used for outdoor construction projects due to its natural resistance to rot and insects.