Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
rupestris
ID:
509289

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver., T.H.Nguyên & P.K.Lôc

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Issues Basic Res. Life Sci. 41. (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508621

Common Names

  • Calocedrus rupestris
  • Rock Calocedrus
  • Palo de Roca

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Description

Calocedrus rupestris (also called Rock Cedar, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Cupressaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas, such as mountainsides and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Calocedrus rupestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calocedrus rupestris is small, yellow, and bell-shaped. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calocedrus rupestris is an evergreen conifer native to western North America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers cool temperatures and bright direct light. It is best propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Calocedrus rupestris

Calocedrus rupestris can be found in the dry forests of India.

Calocedrus rupestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calocedrus rupestris?

Calocedrus rupestris

What is the common name of Calocedrus rupestris?

Rupestris

Where is Calocedrus rupestris found?

Central and South America

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

Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Tiên Hiêp Nguyên (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.H.Nguyên' in the authors string.
Phan Kê Lôc (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.K.Lôc' in the authors string.