Eastern Red Cedar (most likely); alternatives include Eastern redcedar/juniper hybrids or another aromatic juniper
Juniperus virginiana · Softwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Softwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America, from southern Canada through the eastern United States into northern Mexico.
- Hardness
- 900 lbf Janka; Medium
- Durability
- Very Durable; heartwood resists decay and many insects, especially above ground, while sapwood is much less durable.
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Grain Pattern
Usually straight to somewhat irregular, with fine texture; this standing trunk shows longitudinally fibrous bark and exposed wood rather than a clear sawn-grain sample.
Color & Appearance
Heartwood is typically pinkish to purplish red, darkening with age; sapwood is narrow, pale cream to pink. The image does not clearly show interior heartwood.
Hardness (Janka)
900 lbf Janka; Medium
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable; heartwood resists decay and many insects, especially above ground, while sapwood is much less durable.
Value & Age
About $4–$10 per board foot for clear, usable lumber; figured or reclaimed material may command more.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot estimate tree or sample age from this photograph; visible weathering indicates an established outdoor tree, not wood age.
Common Uses
Closet lining, chests, fence posts, small furniture, carving, pencils, boat components, and aromatic wood products.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America, from southern Canada through the eastern United States into northern Mexico.
Workability
Generally easy to cut, plane, sand, glue, and turn; knots, resin, and irregular grain can cause localized tearout.
Finish Recommendations
Seal with clear oil, lacquer, shellac, or polyurethane; lightly sand and remove resin before coating. An unfinished surface is also common.
Notable Features
Distinctive cedar-like aroma, low-to-moderate weight, fine texture, and naturally reddish heartwood; the pictured bark and foliage are consistent with juniper.
