Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
581392

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Parl.) S.T.Blake

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 70: 39. (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580724

Common Names

  • Callitris canescens
  • Canescens Callitris
  • Grey Callitris

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Description

Callitris canescens (also called 'Canescens Callitris', among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree in the Cupressaceae family. It is an evergreen tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to southern Africa, and grows in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Callitris canescens is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak, and its wood is used for fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callitris canescens has small, greenish-yellow flowers that are produced in clusters. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callitris canescens is a species of conifer native to Australia. It is an evergreen tree that grows up to 15 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Callitris canescens

Callitris canescens is found in Australia, New Guinea, and Indonesia.

Callitris canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callitris canescens?

Callitris canescens

What type of plant is Callitris canescens?

Conifer

Where is Callitris canescens native to?

Australia

Species in the Cupressaceae family

Athrotaxis cupressoides, Athrotaxis laxifolia, Athrotaxis selaginoides, Austrocedrus chilensis, Callitris acuminata, Callitris baileyi, Callitris canescens, Callitris columellaris, Callitris drummondii, Callitris endlicheri, Callitris macleayana, Callitris monticola, Callitris muelleri, Callitris neocaledonica, Callitris oblonga, Callitris preissii, Callitris rhomboidea, Callitris roei, Callitris sulcata, Callitris verrucosa, Callitris arenaria, Callitris pyramidalis, Callitris pancheri, Callitropsis nootkatensis, Calocedrus rupestris, Calocedrus decurrens, Calocedrus formosana, Calocedrus macrolepis, Chamaecyparis formosensis, Chamaecyparis lawsoniana, Chamaecyparis obtusa, Chamaecyparis pisifera, Chamaecyparis thyoides, Chamaecyparis hodginsii, Chamaecyparis flifera, Cryptomeria japonica, Cunninghamia konishii, Cunninghamia lanceolata, Cupressus atlantica, Cupressus austrotibetica, Cupressus cashmeriana, Cupressus chengiana, Cupressus corneyana, Cupressus duclouxiana, Cupressus dupreziana, Cupressus funebris, Cupressus gigantea, Cupressus guadalupensis, Cupressus pendula, Cupressus sargentii,

References

Filippo Parlatore (1816-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parl.' in the authors string.
Stanley Thatcher Blake (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Blake' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Callitris canescens (Parl.) S.T.Blake: Placement according to April 2023 Classification