Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
drummondii
ID:
581408

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Parl.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex. F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Syst. Census Austral. Pl. 1: 109. (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580740

Common Names

  • Drummondii Callitris
  • Drummondii Cypress Pine
  • Drummondii Callitris

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Description

Callitris drummondii (also called Callitris, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree with small, scale-like leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Callitris drummondii 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 drummondii has small, yellowish-green 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 drummondii is a hardy evergreen conifer that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Callitris drummondii

Callitris drummondii is found in Australia.

Callitris drummondii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callitris drummondii?

Callitris drummondii

What type of plant is Callitris drummondii?

Conifer

Where is Callitris drummondii 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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.