Oriental Arborvitae (Platycladus Orientalis) is a perennial tree in the Cupressaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Platycladus orientalis is a dense, conical to columnar evergreen tree or shrub, known for its aromatic foliage and use in landscaping as a screen or hedge.