Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
cashmeriana
ID:
631283

Status:
valid

Authors:
Royle ex. Carrière

Source:
wcs

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Traité Gén. Conif. ed. 2: 161. (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630615

Common Names

  • Cupressus Cashmeriana
  • Kashmir Cypress
  • Kashmir Cypress Pine

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Cupressus cashmeriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cupressus cashmeriana is a coniferous evergreen tree that grows in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-9. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the fall or spring. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of new growth and placed in moist soil or a rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright area until they have rooted.

Where to Find Cupressus cashmeriana

Cupressus cashmeriana can be found in the Himalayan region, in the countries of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Cupressus cashmeriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cupressus cashmeriana?

Cupressus cashmeriana

What is the common name of Cupressus cashmeriana?

Kashmir Cypress

What is the family of Cupressus cashmeriana?

Cupressaceae

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

John Forbes Royle (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Royle' in the authors string.
Élie-Abel Carrière (1818-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carrière' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Cupressus cashmeriana Royle ex. Carrière: Placement according to April 2023 Classification