Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
dolabrata
ID:
409692

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) Siebold & Zucc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Fl. Jap. 2: 34. (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409024

Common Names

  • Thujopsis dolabrata
  • Dolabrata Thujopsis
  • Dolabrata False Arborvitae

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Description

Thujopsis dolabrata (also called Japanese Cedar, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen tree native to Japan and Korea. It has a conical crown and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thujopsis dolabrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Thujopsis dolabrata var. hondae Makino
Thujopsis dolabrata var. dolabrata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thujopsis dolabrata has small, yellow-green flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thujopsis dolabrata is a slow-growing, evergreen coniferous tree native to the mountains of central and southern Japan. It is typically grown in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. Propagation is best done through seed, which should be collected in the fall and planted in the spring. The seeds should be stratified for at least three months before planting. The tree prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Thujopsis dolabrata

Thujopsis dolabrata is native to Japan and Taiwan.

Thujopsis dolabrata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Thujopsis dolabrata?

Thujopsis dolabrata is found in the mountains of Japan and Korea.

What is the size of Thujopsis dolabrata?

Thujopsis dolabrata typically grows to a height of 10-15 m.

What is the flowering period of Thujopsis dolabrata?

Thujopsis dolabrata flowers from April to June.

Species in the Thujopsis 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

Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Philipp Franz von Siebold (1796-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siebold' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Thujopsis dolabrata (L.f.) Siebold & Zucc.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification