chamaecyparischamaecyparis
genusgenusElegant evergreen conifers characterized by their flattened, fan-like sprays of scale-like foliage and compact growth patterns. These trees naturally form graceful, pyramidal shapes and can display various colors from deep green to golden yellow to silvery blue.
Etymology
The name derives from Greek words 'chamai' meaning 'ground' or 'dwarf' and 'kyparissos' meaning 'cypress', referring to their relatively smaller size compared to other cypress trees.
Interesting fact!
Their wood is highly valued in Japanese architecture and has been traditionally used in the construction of temples and shrines due to its natural resistance to decay.
All species of Chamaecyparis
chamaecyparisLawsoniana
Lawson cypress, Port Orford cedar, Oregon cedar.
chamaecyparisObtusa
Hinoki cypress, Japanese cypress, Hinoki false cypress.
chamaecyparisPisifera
Sawara cypress, Japanese false cypress, Pea-fruited cypress.
chamaecyparisThyoides
White cedar, Atlantic white cypress, Swamp cypress.
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