Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
gansuensis
ID:
1540339

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maerki & J.Hoch

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Bull. Cupressus Conservation Proj. 9(1): 4. figs.1-17. (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000021893

Common Names

  • Cupressus gansuensis
  • Gansuensis
  • Gansu Cupressus

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Description

Cupressus gansuensis (also called Gansu Cypress, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree that grows up to 25m tall. It is native to China and prefers dry, sunny habitats such as rocky slopes and dry meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Cupressus gansuensis is an ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and fragrant cones.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cupressus gansuensis has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are tall and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cupressus gansuensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a light, sandy soil. Water regularly and keep in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Cupressus gansuensis

Cupressus gansuensis is found in China.

Cupressus gansuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cupressus gansuensis?

Cupressus gansuensis

What is the common name of Cupressus gansuensis?

Gansu Cypress

Where is Cupressus gansuensis found?

It is found in China and Mongolia

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

Conifer TEN record for Cupressus gansuensis Maerki & J.Hoch: Placement according to April 2023 Classification