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Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistent soil moisture. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Also known as Formosan Cedar · Formosan Cypress · Lipa Matanah
Formosan Cypress (Chamaecyparis formosensis) is a large coniferous tree native to Taiwan, known for its durable, aromatic wood and distinctive reddish-brown bark. It is a slow-growing species that can live for centuries.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade.
70% intensity
Protect young plants from intense sun.
Moderate, consistent moisture.
60% intensity
Avoid waterlogged soil.
Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Tolerates a range of soil types.
50% intensity
Prefers temperate climates.
50% intensity
Tolerates a range of temperatures but sensitive to extreme heat.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Light feeding in spring.
30% intensity
Use balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistent soil moisture. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Minimal pruning is needed for mature trees, as they have a natural form. Avoid heavy pruning.
Best propagated from seeds sown in autumn or by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Grafting is also an option for specific cultivars.
Not typically repotted as it is a large tree. For container-grown specimens, repot every 2-3 years in spring, using a well-draining potting mix.
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Photos of Formosan-Cypress (Chamaecyparis formosensis)
Where Formosan-Cypress (Chamaecyparis formosensis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Pinopsida |
| Order | Pinales |
| Family | Cupressaceae |
| Genus | Chamaecyparis |
| Species | Chamaecyparis formosensis |
Similar in genus Chamaecyparis
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