Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
hodginsii
ID:
509415

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dunn) Rushforth

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
J. Biol. (Vietnam) 29(3): 38. (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508747

Common Names

  • Chamaecyparis hodginsii
  • Hodginsii Chamaecyparis
  • Hodginsii's Chamaecyparis

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Description

Chamaecyparis hodginsii (also called Hodgins' Cypress, among many other common names) is a species of conifer in the family Cupressaceae. It is an evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall. Its leaves are scale-like, and its cones are globose. It is native to western North America, and is found in moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecyparis hodginsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can be used to stabilize slopes and reduce erosion. It is also used for revegetation projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecyparis hodginsii has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecyparis hodginsii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. It should be grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Chamaecyparis hodginsii

Chamaecyparis hodginsii can be found in the Pacific Northwest of North America.

Chamaecyparis hodginsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecyparis hodginsii?

Chamaecyparis hodginsii

What type of plant is Chamaecyparis hodginsii?

Tropical tree

Where is Chamaecyparis hodginsii native to?

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

Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.
Keith D. Rushforth (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rushforth' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Chamaecyparis hodginsii (Dunn) Rushforth: Placement according to April 2023 Classification