Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
stephensonii
ID:
913645

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Wolf) Bartel

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 91: 183. (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912980



Common Names

  • Hesperocyparis stephensonii
  • Stephenson's Cypress
  • Stephensons Cypress


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Description

Hesperocyparis stephensonii (also called Stephenson Cypress, among many other common names) is a plant species in the family Cupressaceae. It is an evergreen tree with a conical crown and a trunk up to 25 m tall. It is found in the temperate regions of California and Nevada. It is found in open areas, such as grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hesperocyparis stephensonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hesperocyparis stephensonii has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hesperocyparis stephensonii is an evergreen conifer native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers a cool, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Hesperocyparis stephensonii

Hesperocyparis stephensonii is native to California and can be found in the chaparral and coastal sage scrub communities of the state.

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

Carl Brandt Wolf (1905-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Wolf' in the authors string.
Jim A. Bartel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bartel' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Hesperocyparis stephensonii (C.B.Wolf) Bartel: Placement according to April 2023 Classification