Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
funebris
ID:
631328

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Syn. Conif. 58. (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630660

Common Names

  • Cupressus funebris
  • Funeral Cypress
  • Funeral False Cypress

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Synonyms

  • Juniperus quaternata Miq. [valid]
  • Platycyparis funebris (Endl.) A.V.Bobrov & Melikyan [valid]

Description

Cupressus funebris (also called Funereal cypress, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree native to the Mediterranean region, growing in dry, rocky areas. It has a pyramidal shape, with a dense, conical crown and horizontal branches. It grows in a variety of habitats, from rocky hillsides to sheltered valleys.

Uses & Benefits

Cupressus funebris is an evergreen tree that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to create hedges and borders. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cupressus funebris has small, yellow-green flowers that are followed by small, round, brown cones. The seeds are small, dark brown and winged. The seedlings are slender and upright with a pyramidal shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cupressus funebris is a slow-growing evergreen conifer that can reach a height of up to 10 feet. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Cupressus funebris

Cupressus funebris is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Cupressus funebris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cupressus funebris?

Cupressus funebris

What is the common name of Cupressus funebris?

Funerary Cypress

What is the natural habitat of Cupressus funebris?

Mountain forests in China

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