Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
konishii
ID:
630005

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. III, 43: 194. (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629337

Common Names

  • Cunninghamia konishii
  • Konishii Cunninghamia
  • Konishii Chinese Fir

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Description

Cunninghamia konishii (also called Konishii Cunninghamia, among many other common names) is a species of conifer native to China. It is a medium-sized tree, up to 65 feet (20 m) tall and up to 3 feet (1 m) in diameter. It grows in moist, temperate forests at elevations of up to 6,000 feet (1,800 m).

Uses & Benefits

Cunninghamia konishii is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cunninghamia konishii has small yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cunninghamia konishii is a slow-growing conifer that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It should be planted in a sunny location in well-draining soil. It requires minimal water and should be watered only when the soil is completely dry. It should be fertilized once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cunninghamia konishii

Cunninghamia konishii is native to China and Taiwan. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as montane forests and bamboo forests.

Cunninghamia konishii FAQ

What are the common names of Cunninghamia konishii?

Japanese cypress, Japanese cedar

What is the natural habitat of Cunninghamia konishii?

Forests of Japan

What is the growth rate of Cunninghamia konishii?

Slow to medium

Species in the Cunninghamia genus

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

Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Cunninghamia konishii Hayata: Placement according to April 2023 Classification