Cupressus atlantica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Family:
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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation 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 Cupressus genus
Cupressus atlantica, Cupressus austrotibetica, Cupressus cashmeriana, Cupressus chengiana, Cupressus corneyana, Cupressus duclouxiana, Cupressus dupreziana, Cupressus funebris, Cupressus gigantea, Cupressus guadalupensis, Cupressus pendula, Cupressus sargentii, Cupressus sempervirens, Cupressus tonkinensis, Cupressus torulosa, Cupressus torulosa, Cupressus madeirensis, Cupressus nivea, Cupressus rushforthii, Cupressus amoena, Cupressus hickelii, Cupressus hybrida, Cupressus ericoides, Cupressus fallax, Cupressus gansuensis,
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