Microbiota decussata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decussata
ID:
376770
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kom.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Glavn. Bot. Sada R.S.F.S.R. 4: 180. (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376102
Common Names
- Siberian cypress
- Russian arborvitae
- Dwarf Siberian cypress
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microbiota decussata (also called Siberian cypress, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the family Cupressaceae. It is native to temperate Asia and is found in moist forests and woodlands. It has thin, needle-like leaves and produces small, brown cones.
Uses & Benefits
Microbiota decussata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Microbiota decussata is small, yellow and pea-like. The seed is a small, round nutlet. Seedlings are small, slender and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microbiota decussata is a small evergreen shrub that is native to Eastern Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a container or in a garden bed.
Where to Find Microbiota decussata
Microbiota decussata can be found in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.
Microbiota decussata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microbiota decussata?
Microbiota decussata
What is the common name of Microbiota decussata?
Siberian cypress
What type of plant is Microbiota decussata?
Evergreen shrub
Species in the Microbiota 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
Vladimir Leontyevich Komarov (1869-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kom.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Microbiota decussata Kom.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification