Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
roei
ID:
581450

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Endl.) F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580782

Common Names

  • Roe's Cypress Pine
  • Roe's Callitris
  • Roe Cypress Pine

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Description

Callitris roei (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 roei 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 roei 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 roei is an evergreen conifer native to Australia. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and climates, and is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Callitris roei

Callitris roei is native to Australia.

Callitris roei FAQ

What is the common name of Callitris roei?

Roe's Cypress

What is the natural range of Callitris roei?

Eastern Australia

What is the growth habit of Callitris roei?

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,

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.
Conifer TEN record for Callitris roei (Endl.) F.Muell.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification