Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
rhomboidea
ID:
581443

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br. ex. Rich. & A.Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Comm. Bot. Conif. Cycad. 47. (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580775

Common Names

  • Rhomboid Cypress Pine
  • Rhomboid Callitris
  • Rhomboid Callitris Pine

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Description

Callitris rhomboidea (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 rhomboidea 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 rhomboidea 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 rhomboidea 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 rhomboidea

Callitris rhomboidea is found in Australia.

Callitris rhomboidea FAQ

What is the common name of Callitris rhomboidea?

Rough-barked Cypress

What is the natural range of Callitris rhomboidea?

Eastern Australia

What is the growth habit of Callitris rhomboidea?

Small to medium-sized evergreen tree

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,