Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Genus:
Species:
mucronatum
ID:
409252

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ten.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. III, 19: 355. (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408584



Common Names

  • Taxodium Mucronatum
  • Montezuma Cypress
  • Mucronatum Taxodium


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Synonyms

  • Taxodium mexicanum Carrière [valid]
  • Taxodium montezumae Decne. [valid]
  • Taxodium pinnatum Carrière [valid]
  • Taxodium virens Beissn. [valid]
  • Taxodium huegelii C.Lawson [valid]
  • Taxodium distichum mucronatum (Ten.) A.Henry [valid]

Description

Taxodium mucronatum (also called Montezuma cypress, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree that can grow up to 30 meters in height. It is native to Mexico and is found in wetland habitats. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and linear-lanceolate in shape. Its flowers are small and yellow, and its fruits are small, round cones.

Uses & Benefits

Taxodium mucronatum has been used for timber production, as a source of tannin, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Taxodium mucronatum are small, yellowish-green, and fragrant. The seeds are small, dark brown, and wingless. The seedlings are slender and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taxodium mucronatum is a small tree or shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Taxodium mucronatum

Taxodium mucronatum is native to North America and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It can also be found in parts of Mexico and Central America.

Taxodium mucronatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taxodium mucronatum?

Taxodium mucronatum

What is the common name of Taxodium mucronatum?

Montezuma Cypress

What is the natural habitat of Taxodium mucronatum?

Taxodium mucronatum is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Species in the Taxodium 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

Michele Tenore (1780-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ten.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Taxodium mucronatum Ten.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification