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It’s name, Cupressus nootkatensis “Pendula,” is synonymous with Chamaecyparis nootkatensis “Pendula.” Where: This narrow evergreen grows best in full sun but tolerates light and open shade.
The Old World species of Cupressus form a clade that is sister to the clade containing Juniperus, Xanthocyparis, and the New World species of Cupressus. Juniperus and Xanthocyparis are each ...
Italian cypress (Cupressus sempervirens): The columnar, finely tipped tree of so many Botticellis isn’t originally Italian, but from Iran — perfect for our Mediterranean climate.
Record Last Modified 24 Jul 2023 Specimen Count 1 USNM Number USw32105 Preparation Wood Sample Place California, United States, North America Published Name Cupressus goveniana Gordon See more items ...
A rare cypress tree increases its chances by using a clever reproductive strategy.
It has been suggested in the literature that limited hybridization occurs between Cupressus macnabiana and C. sargentii where the species occur in sympatry. This study confirmed the hybrid origin of ...
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The record-breaking high tree, called Cupressus torulosa, was found at the national nature reserve of the Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon in Bome county, Nyingchi city, during a scientific ...