Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
benthamii
ID:
913629

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Endl.) Bartel

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 91: 181. (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912964



Common Names

  • Hesperocyparis benthamii
  • Bentham's Cypress
  • Benthams Cypress


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Description

Hesperocyparis benthamii (also called Bentham's Cypress, among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree in the Cupressaceae family. It is native to California and is found in dry forests. It has an evergreen coniferous habit and grows up to 10m tall with scale-like leaves and yellow-green cones.

Uses & Benefits

Hesperocyparis benthamii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an herbal remedy for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Hesperocyparis benthamii has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hesperocyparis benthamii is a coniferous tree that is native to the southwestern United States. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Hesperocyparis benthamii

Hesperocyparis benthamii can be found in the wild in the United States.

Hesperocyparis benthamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hesperocyparis benthamii?

Hesperocyparis benthamii

What is the common name of Hesperocyparis benthamii?

Hesperocyparis benthamii

What is the natural habitat of Hesperocyparis benthamii?

Hesperocyparis benthamii is found in moist forests and grasslands in tropical and subtropical regions of North America.

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

Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Jim A. Bartel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bartel' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Hesperocyparis benthamii (Endl.) Bartel: Placement according to April 2023 Classification