Chamaecyparis thyoides, commonly known as Atlantic white cedar or southern white cedar, is a species of coniferous tree native to the eastern United States. It's typically found in wetland areas, such as swamps, bogs, and along the edges of streams and rivers, along the Atlantic coast from Maine to Florida, as well as in the Gulf of Mexico region.
Atlantic white cedar is a slow-growing tree that can reach heights of up to 50 to 70 feet (15 to 21 meters) tall, with a narrow, conical crown. Its leaves are scale-like and arranged in flattened sprays, and its bark is fibrous and reddish-brown in color.
This species is valued for its durable and decay-resistant wood, which has been traditionally used for a variety of purposes including construction, shingles, fencing, and boat-building. Hardy in zones 4-8.