Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
atlantica
ID:
631268

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gaussen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Monde Pl. 45: 55. (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630600

Common Names

  • Cupressus Atlantica
  • Atlantic Cypress
  • Atlantic Cypress Pine

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Description

Cupressus atlantica (also called Atlantic cypress, Atlantic cedar, and Atlantic juniper, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree native to the eastern United States and Canada. It grows in a variety of habitats, including temperate rainforests, coniferous forests, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cupressus atlantica is used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and for its fragrant wood and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cupressus atlantica has small, yellow-green flowers, small, round, brown seeds, and small, green seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cupressus atlantica is a small shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division of the root ball.

Where to Find Cupressus atlantica

Cupressus atlantica can be found in the Mediterranean region, in the countries of Italy, Spain, and Morocco.

Cupressus atlantica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cupressus atlantica?

Cupressus atlantica

What is the natural habitat of Cupressus atlantica?

Temperate climates of East Asia

What is the average lifespan of Cupressus atlantica?

20-30 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,

References

Henri Gaussen (1891-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaussen' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Cupressus atlantica Gaussen: Placement according to April 2023 Classification