Cone Identification: Flat Rose-Like Cones in South Carolina

Coworker's tree has flat, 1–2 inch diameter cones resembling rose blossoms. South Carolina location. Asked for ID.

The expert guessed Cedar of Lebanon (cones are rose-like). Suggested internet search for cone match. Offered to ID from emailed JPEG photo.

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