Tsuga caroliniana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engelm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 6: 223. (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456345
Common Names
- Tsuga caroliniana
- Caroliniana Tsuga
- Tsuga caroliniana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tsuga caroliniana (also called Carolina Hemlock, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen coniferous tree that is native to the southeastern United States. It has short, needle-like leaves and small, purple cones that bloom in the spring. It is found in moist, cool forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tsuga caroliniana is used for its ornamental value in landscaping. It is also used for timber production and as a source of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tsuga caroliniana has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in the spring. The seeds are small, brown and cone-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tsuga caroliniana is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the garden. Once established, it is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Tsuga caroliniana
Tsuga caroliniana is native to North America and can be found in the states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont.
Tsuga caroliniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carolina Hemlock?
Tsuga caroliniana
What is the common name of Tsuga caroliniana?
Carolina Hemlock
What is the natural range of Carolina Hemlock?
Southeastern United States
Species in the Tsuga genus
Species in the Pinaceae family
Abies alba, Abies amabilis, Abies balsamea, Abies beshanzuensis, Abies borisii-regis, Abies bracteata, Abies cephalonica, Abies chensiensis, Abies cilicica, Abies concolor, Abies delavayi, Abies densa, Abies durangensis, Abies fabri, Abies fanjingshanensis, Abies fargesii, Abies firma, Abies flinckii, Abies forrestii, Abies fraseri, Abies grandis, Abies guatemalensis, Abies hickelii, Abies hidalgensis, Abies holophylla, Abies homolepis, Abies kawakamii, Abies koreana, Abies lasiocarpa, Abies magnifica, Abies mariesii, Abies nebrodensis, Abies nephrolepis, Abies nordmanniana, Abies numidica, Abies pindrow, Abies pinsapo, Abies procera, Abies recurvata, Abies religiosa, Abies sachalinensis, Abies sibirica, Abies spectabilis, Abies squamata, Abies veitchii, Abies vejarii, Abies yuanbaoshanensis, Abies ziyuanensis, Abies jaliscana, Abies phanerolepis,
References
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Tsuga caroliniana Engelm.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification