Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
torulosa
ID:
631490

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don ex. Lamb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nepal. 55. (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630822

Common Names

  • Torulosa Cypress
  • Giant Cypress
  • Giant Arizona Cypress

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Description

Cupressus torulosa (also called Himalayan Cypress, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen conifer native to the Himalayas. It has a pyramidal shape and dark green foliage. It is found in dry, mountainous areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cupressus torulosa 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 torulosa 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 torulosa is a slow-growing evergreen conifer that can reach heights of up to 30 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 torulosa

Cupressus torulosa can be found in India, particularly in the Himalayan region.

Cupressus torulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cupressus torulosa?

Cupressus torulosa

What is the common name of Cupressus torulosa?

Torulosa cypress

What is the natural habitat of Cupressus torulosa?

It is native to the western United States and northwestern Mexico

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

David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Cupressus torulosa D.Don ex. Lamb.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification