Cupressus nivea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nivea
ID:
1302182
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gordon
Source:
tro
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Pinetum 57. (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001301520
Common Names
- Cupressus Nivea
- Nivea's Cupressus
- Cupressus Nivea's
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cupressus nivea (also called Snowy Cypress, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen tree that typically grows up to 10 m tall. It has a creeping rhizome and its leaves are scale-like. It is native to China and typically grows in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Cupressus nivea is a species of conifer in the family Cupressaceae. It is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used for timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cupressus nivea has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters on the top of the stem. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a short stem with two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cupressus nivea is a hardy evergreen conifer that can be grown in a wide range of soils and climates. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny position. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken from mature plants.
Where to Find Cupressus nivea
Cupressus nivea is found in India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.
Cupressus nivea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cupressus nivea?
Cupressus nivea
What is the common name of Cupressus nivea?
Snowy Cypress
What are the growing conditions for Cupressus nivea?
Cupressus nivea prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
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
Pierre Alphonse Martin Lavallée (1835-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lavallée' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Cupressus nivea Gordon: Placement according to April 2023 Classification