Tree Information
Common Name: Atlas cedar
Scientific Name: Cedrus atlantica
Native/Naturalized: Not Naturalized
Database ID: 483
Status: alive
National Champion: no
Virginia Champion: no
Trunk Girth: 200 in.
Tree Height: 82 ft.
Crown Spread: 92 ft.
Points: 305
Date Last Measured: 2025
Last Measured by: Helena Azar and Bella Hardaway
Date First Measured: 1988
Comments:
2025 comments: The tree was in great condition. The ground below its canopy is well maintained by the grounds department to preserve the health of the tree. Trunk measured 2' above ground due to low branches.
2015 comments: A very healthy specimen. No notable threats. Trunk measured at 2' above ground due to low branches at standard measurement height. Measured in 2015 by Jon Matiuk and Eric Wiseman, with measurements of 183", 83', and 83' resulting in a score of 287 points.
Location of Tree
Tree is located in: City of Lynchburg
Land Owner: Randolph College
GPS Coordinates: 37.4367, -79.17194
Directions: Located at Randolph College, in the lawn on the south side of Main Hall and Student Center.
Owner Address: 2500 Rivermont Ave
Lynchburg, VA 24503
Owner Phone: 434-947-8109
Contact Information
Contact Name: Mark Gilbert
Contact Email: mgilbert@randolphcollege.edu
Contact Phone: 434-947-8109
Contact Info: Buildings and Grounds Department: https://www.randolphcollege.edu/bg
Nominators
Original Nominator(s): William S. Hubard
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