Cypress—Cupressus spp.
False cypress—Chamaecyparis spp.
Family Cupressaceae (Cypress family)
Plant Identification
Cypress and false cypress are coniferous
evergreen trees. They are useful as hedges, screens, and
specimen trees.
Optimum conditions for growth
Cypress and false cypress can grow in several
climatic zones depending on the species. They do best when
grown in full sun or only part shade. Cypress does best with
little water once established; false cypress needs a little
more water.
Yellow foliage of false cypress
Cypress tree |
