Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
preissii
ID:
581436

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 643. (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580768

Common Names

  • Preiss's Cypress Pine
  • Preiss's Callitris
  • Preiss Cypress Pine

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Description

Callitris preissii (also called White Cypress Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It has a dense, conical crown and its bark is grey-brown and fibrous. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Callitris preissii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for its timber, which is used in the production of furniture and wood panelling.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callitris preissii has small, yellow-green flowers that are star-shaped and arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callitris preissii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a sandy, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Callitris preissii

Callitris preissii is found in Australia.

Callitris preissii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Callitris preissii?

Callitris preissii is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

What is the average height of Callitris preissii?

Callitris preissii typically grows to a height of 10-15 meters.

What is the lifespan of Callitris preissii?

Callitris preissii can live up to 200 years.

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,

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