Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
pensilis
ID:
705391

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Staunton ex. D.Don) K.Koch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Dendrologie 2(2): 191. (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704724

Common Names

  • Glyptostrobus pensilis
  • Chinese swamp cypress
  • Water pine

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Description

Glyptostrobus pensilis (also called Chinese swamp cypress, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to East Asia. It has a pyramidal shape with a single trunk and can reach up to 30 m in height. Its leaves are scale-like, and its cones are small and round. It grows in wetland areas, such as swamps, marshes, and wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Glyptostrobus pensilis is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering season and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Glyptostrobus pensilis has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glyptostrobus pensilis is a coniferous tree native to China. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Glyptostrobus pensilis

Glyptostrobus pensilis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Glyptostrobus pensilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glyptostrobus pensilis?

Glyptostrobus pensilis

What is the common name of Glyptostrobus pensilis?

Chinese swamp cypress

What is the natural habitat of Glyptostrobus pensilis?

Swamps and wetlands

Species in the Glyptostrobus 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

David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.
Sir George Staunton, 1st Baronet (1737-1801): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staunton' in the authors string.