Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
distichum
ID:
409270

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Hist. Nat. 16: 298. (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408602

Common Names

  • Taxodium Distichum
  • Bald Cypress
  • Distichum Taxodium

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Synonyms

  • Taxodium pyramidatum Beissn. [valid]
  • Taxodiomeria peizhongii Z.J.Ye, J.J.Zhang & S.H.Pan [valid]
  • Cupressepinnata disticha (L.) J.Nelson [unknown]
  • Taxodium distichum typica A.Henry [deprecated]

Description

Taxodium distichum (also called 'Bald Cypress' or 'Swamp Cypress', among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen coniferous tree native to the southeastern United States. It grows in wetland habitats, such as swamps, marshes, and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Taxodium distichum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Taxodium distichum var. imbricatum (Nutt.) Croom
Taxodium distichum var. distichum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taxodium distichum has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in dense clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and winged. The seedlings are slender with a single, straight stem and alternate, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taxodium distichum is a slow-growing, deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 30 m (98 ft). It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the fall or early spring. Cuttings can also be taken from young branches in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Taxodium distichum

Taxodium distichum is native to North America and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It can also be found in parts of Mexico and Central America.

Taxodium distichum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taxodium distichum?

Taxodium distichum

What is the common name of Taxodium distichum?

Bald Cypress

What is the natural habitat of Taxodium distichum?

Swamps, rivers, and wetland areas

Species in the Taxodium genus

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Louis Claude Richard (1754-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rich.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Taxodium distichum (L.) Rich.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification