Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
lawsoniana
ID:
600124

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Murray bis) Parl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Imp. Fis. Firenze 1: 181. (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599456

Common Names

  • Lawson's Cypress
  • Port Orford Cedar
  • False Cypress

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Description

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana (also called 'Lawson Cypress', among many other common names) is an evergreen conifer native to Japan and Taiwan. It has a pyramidal shape and its foliage is light green. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana is an evergreen tree that is often used as a hedge or ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in spring. Its seeds are small, brown and cone-shaped. The seedlings are small and yellow-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Chamaecyparis lawsoniana

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaecyparis lawsoniana?

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana

What is the common name of Chamaecyparis lawsoniana?

Lawson Cypress

What type of plant is Chamaecyparis lawsoniana?

Tree

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

Filippo Parlatore (1816-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parl.' in the authors string.
Andrew Dickson Murray (1812-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Murray bis' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Chamaecyparis lawsoniana (A.Murray bis) Parl.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification