Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
pyramidalis
ID:
581441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sweet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. ed. 2: 473. (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580773

Common Names

  • Pyramidal Cypress Pine
  • Pyramidal Callitris
  • Pyramidal Callitris Pine

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Description

Callitris pyramidalis (also called White Cypress Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It has a dense, conical crown and its bark is grey-brown and fibrous. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Callitris pyramidalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for its timber, which is used in the production of furniture and wood panelling.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callitris pyramidalis has small, yellow-green flowers, which are followed by small, woody, cone-like fruits containing small, winged seeds. The seedlings are small and have a conical shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callitris pyramidalis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a sandy, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Callitris pyramidalis

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

Callitris pyramidalis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Callitris pyramidalis?

Callitris pyramidalis is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

What is the average height of Callitris pyramidalis?

Callitris pyramidalis typically grows to a height of 10-15 meters.

What is the lifespan of Callitris pyramidalis?

Callitris pyramidalis can live up to 200 years.

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

Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Callitris pyramidalis Sweet: Placement according to April 2023 Classification