Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
formosana
ID:
581521

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Florin) Florin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Taxon 5: 192. (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580853

Common Names

  • Formosana Incense Cedar
  • Formosana Libocedrus
  • Formosana Tree

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Synonyms

  • Libocedrus macrolepis formosana (Florin) Kudô [unknown]

Description

Calocedrus formosana (also called Taiwan Incense Cedar, among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree in the Cupressaceae family. It is native to Taiwan and grows in dry, rocky habitats. It is an evergreen tree with small, scale-like leaves and small, yellow-brown cones.

Uses & Benefits

Calocedrus formosana is a popular ornamental tree, often used in landscaping and gardening. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The wood is used for furniture, flooring, and other woodworking projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calocedrus formosana has small, yellow-green flowers that are surrounded by a pair of small bracts. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are very small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calocedrus formosana is an evergreen coniferous tree native to Taiwan. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow-growing and may take several years to reach a mature size. It can also be propagated from cuttings, but this is a difficult process and may not be successful.

Where to Find Calocedrus formosana

Calocedrus formosana is native to Taiwan and can be found in the mountains of the island.

Calocedrus formosana FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Calocedrus formosana?

Calocedrus formosana is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

What is the average height of Calocedrus formosana?

Calocedrus formosana typically grows to a height of 10-15 meters.

What is the lifespan of Calocedrus formosana?

Calocedrus formosana 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,

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