Water
Water deeply and regularly, especially when young or during dry periods. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings once established. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering frequency in winter.
Also known as Common-Cypress · Evergreen Cypress · Funeral Cypress
Mediterranean cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) is an evergreen conifer, iconic for its slender, columnar form, reaching up to 30 meters tall.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained, sandy loam, clay loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers mild to warm temperatures; hardy to moderate frost once established.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced, slow-release formula.
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 deeply and regularly, especially when young or during dry periods. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings once established. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering frequency in winter.
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Shape the tree as needed, but avoid excessive pruning, as it can stress the plant. Pinching back new growth can encourage a denser form.
Propagate from seed sown in autumn or spring. Cuttings can be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer. Cuttings may root slowly and require a warm, humid environment with good drainage. Seed germination can be variable.
Repot young trees every 2-3 years in spring, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Established trees in the ground rarely need repotting. Ensure adequate drainage holes in the pot.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
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Photos of Mediterranean Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Pinopsida |
| Order | Pinales |
| Family | Cupressaceae |
| Genus | Cupressus |
| Species | Cupressus sempervirens |
Similar in genus Cupressus
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data