Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
tonkinensis
ID:
631488

Status:
valid

Authors:
Silba

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
J. Int. Conifer Preserv. Soc. 1: 23. (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630820

Common Names

  • Tonkinensis Cypress
  • Giant Cypress
  • Giant Arizona Cypress

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Description

Cupressus tonkinensis (also called Tonkin Cypress, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen conifer native to China and Vietnam. It grows up to 25 m (82 ft) tall and has scale-like leaves and small, yellow-brown cones. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil and is often used in gardens as a specimen tree or for windbreaks.

Uses & Benefits

Cupressus tonkinensis is used for its wood, which is used for making furniture, construction, and fencing. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cupressus tonkinensis has small, yellow-green flowers that bloom in the spring. Its seeds are small, brown, and cone-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cupressus tonkinensis is a fast-growing evergreen conifer that can reach heights of up to 40 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be taken. The seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the autumn or spring, and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Cupressus tonkinensis

Cupressus tonkinensis can be found in Vietnam.

Cupressus tonkinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cupressus tonkinensis?

Cupressus tonkinensis

What is the common name of Cupressus tonkinensis?

Tonkin cypress

What is the natural habitat of Cupressus tonkinensis?

It is native to Vietnam

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 Silba (1961-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Silba' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Cupressus tonkinensis Silba: Placement according to April 2023 Classification