Plants

Plants, living organisms that typical grow in soil and use processes of photosynthesis for food production, are the most dominant form of life on Earth. Biologically diverse across many varied global environments, distinctions in plant types have been brought on by evolutionary adaptations to particular temperatures, altitudes, soils, and ecologies.

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The Pacific Northwest

Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata)

The Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata), also known as the Pacific Red Cedar is a large evergreen conifer tree known for being the largest tree among the cypress family. The Western Red Cedar is native to the Pacific Northwest of the United States. The Western Red Cedar grows a crown with horizontal branches that can touch the ground if it is in an open area. Downloads online #thujas #trees #plants

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Northern White Cedar (Thuja occidentalis)

The Northern White Cedar (Thuja occidentalis), also known as the Eastern White Cedar, is an evergreen coniferous tree that is typically planted as an ornamental plant. The Northern White Cedar is native to the north-central and the northeastern region of the United States. The Northern White Cedar has fan-like branches that grow densely and create a conical or pyramidal crown. Downloads online #thujas #trees #plants

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Incense Cedar (Calocedrus decurrens)

Incense Cedar (Calocedrus decurrens), also referenced as California Incense-Cedar, is an evergreen conifer tree species that is often used as hedges. The Incense Cedar is native to western North America ranging from central Oregon through northern Baja California. The branches of the Incense Cedar initially grow upright and spread as the tree matures. Downloads online #thujas #trees #plants

Pond Cypress (Taxodium ascendens)

The shorter, slender leaves and erect shoots are what botanists used to distinguish the Pond Cypress (Taxodium ascendens) from the Bald Cypress. This is besides its preference for an isolated lifestyle and not a communal lifestyle. It is endemic to the southeastern United States. The Pond Cypress prefers low altitude with wet, poorly drained soil, such as shallow ponds, wetland, and swamps. Downloads online #baldcypress #trees #plants

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Montezuma Bald Cypress (Taxodium mucronatum)

Most of the Montezuma Bald Cypress (Taxodium mucronatum) are notably stout and lack cypress knees above the roots compared to the Pond and Bald Cypress. The tree is native to Mexico and Guatemala and can be large, evergreen, or semi-evergreen. It can also be called the Ahuehuete, preferring to grow in riparian zones of swamps, rivers, and marshes. Downloads online #baldcypress #trees #plants

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Japanese Cedar (Cryptomeria japonica)

The Japanese Cedar (Cryptomeria japonica) has several uses. It can be used for wood, as an ornamental tree because of the eye-catching blue-green needles, and symbolism. Thus, it is the national tree of Japan, most common in temples and shrines. It is also called Japanese redwood and endemic to Japan. However, it has been transported to other places like China and the Azores. The tree favors deep, well-drained soil under warm climates. Downloads online #baldcypress #trees #plants

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Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum)

A major characteristic of the Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum) is that it is hardy and tough and would adapt to any soil type common in the southeastern United States. It is also called swamp cypress, red cypress, and tidewater red cypress. In Louisiana, it is the official state tree. The tree is large, has a longer life span, and a slow-growth rate. Downloads online #baldcypress #trees #plants

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Tecate Cypress (Cupressus forbesii)

The Tecate Cypress (Cupressus forbesii), also referenced as the Forbes’ Cypress is an evergreen coniferous cypress tree species that is known for being the only tree in which Thorne’s Hairstreak butterfly lays its eggs. The Tecate Cypress is native to the southwestern region of North America typically found within the montane chaparral and woodlands habitats in the western Peninsular Ranges. Downloads online #cypress #trees #plants

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Sawara False Cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera)

The Sawara Cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera), also known as Sawara Japanese, is a large coniferous evergreen tree that is part of the Cupressaceae family and has a pyramidal crown. The Sawara Cypress is native to central and southern Japan, specifically on the islands of Honshu and Kyushu. This tree grows slowly, has loosely placed branches covered by a red-brown bark that has a stringy texture. Downloads online #cypress #trees #plants

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Nootka Cypress (Cupressus nootkatensis)

The Nootka Cypress (Cupressus nootkatensis), also referenced as the Alaska Cypress or Nootka Cedar is a coniferous evergreen tree that member of the cypress family. The Nootka Cypress is naturally found throughout the west coast of North America, from the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska to the south of the Klamath Mountains in Northern California. Downloads online #cypress #trees #plants

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Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa)

The Monterey Cypress (Cupressus macrocarpa), is a medium-sized evergreen coniferous tree that is known for its irregular silhouette and flat top. The Monterey Cypress naturally grows on the central coast of California in the United States. The foliage of the Monterey Cypress grows in dense sprays that are bright green and exude a deep lemon-like aroma when crushed. Downloads online #cypress #trees #plants

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Garden Design

Chamaecyparis Lawsoniana

Port Orford Cedar

Reminder Quotes

Lawson Cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana)

The Lawson Cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana), also known as the Port Orford Cedar, is an evergreen coniferous tree that can live for hundreds of years. The Lawson Cypress is native to both Oregon and northwestern California in the United States, found in valleys and along streams. Downloads online #cypress #trees #plants

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Kashmir Cypress (Cupressus cashmeriana)

The Kashmir Cypress (Cupressus cashmeriana), is a medium-sized evergreen coniferous tree that is characterized by its drooping foliage and narrow pyramidal form. The Kashmir Cypress is naturally found in the eastern Himalayas in Bhutan as well as regions in northeastern India. The main branches of the Kashmir Cypress stand upright and grow drooping branchlets. Downloads online #cypress #trees #plants

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Pencil Pine

Italian Cypress Trees

Cupressus Sempervirens

Italian Cypress

Eastern Mediterranean

The Pencil

Italian Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens)

The Italian Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens), also known as the Pencil Pine, is a medium-sized evergreen coniferous tree that grows into a columnar form. The Italian Cypress is native to the eastern Mediterranean region specifically in northeast Libya, southern Albania, and the southern coast of Croatia. Downloads online #cypress #trees #plants

Hinoki Cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa)

The Hinoki Cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa), is an evergreen cypress plant species that is known for its quality timber as well as ornamental qualities. The Hinoki Cypress is native to central Japan and East Asia. It is a slow-growing tree with a dark red-brown bark trunk and branches that droop at the ends. Downloads online #cypress #trees #plants