Cupressus duclouxiana
Cypress
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Cypress (Cupressus duclouxiana) - Description
The Chinese Cypress (Cupressus duclouxiana) is a species of conifer in the Cupressaceae family. It is endemic and found only in China. Its natural habitat is temperate forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Cypress (Cupressus duclouxiana) - Blooming
Cupressus bears cones. The female cones ripen during the second year. Foliage is fragrant for some species. For example, the glandless needles of C. goveniana are lemon-scented when crushed.
Cypress (Cupressus duclouxiana) - Growth
Conifers with small, scale-like leaves and marble to golf ball sized cones, which may stay on the tree unopened for years. Does best in full sun. If grown inside, make sure to provide good ventilation. Protect from cold and dry winds.
Cypress (Cupressus duclouxiana) - Planting
Sow seeds in spring in either a seedbed or in containers (in a cold frame). Cold frames are protective structures, located outside for propagating and growing plants. Can also propagate by rooting cuttings in late fall or early winter.
Cypress (Cupressus duclouxiana) - Pest
Scale insects, caterpillars, bark beetles, and sawfly. Other problems include tip and branch dieback, needle blights, root rot, and canker.
Cypress (Cupressus duclouxiana) - Soil and irrigation
Tolerates a range of soils from alkaline to acid, and heavy to light. Prefers well-drained soil and is very drought and heat tolerant.
