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Hinoki (Hinoki false cypress)

Chamaecyparis obtusa

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in temperate and boreal forests, often at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇧🇷 Brazil

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Hinoki
German Feuerscheinzypresse
Portuguese cipreste-de-hinochi

Similar Species in Chamaecyparis

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Sawara
Chamaecyparis pisifera
Not Evaluated
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Formosan Cypress
Chamaecyparis formosensis
Endangered
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Lawson's Cypress
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana
Not Evaluated
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Atlantic White Cedar
Chamaecyparis thyoides
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hinoki?
The scientific name of Hinoki is Chamaecyparis obtusa. It belongs to the genus Chamaecyparis.
Where does Hinoki live?
Hinoki is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Brazil, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does Hinoki belong to?
Hinoki (Chamaecyparis obtusa) belongs to the genus Chamaecyparis, which is part of the taxonomic family Cupressaceae.
What kingdom does Hinoki belong to?
Hinoki (Chamaecyparis obtusa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of Hinoki?
The closest relatives of Hinoki in the genus Chamaecyparis include Sawara, Formosan Cypress, Lawson's Cypress, Atlantic White Cedar.

Native Range — 7 Countries

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Genus Chamaecyparis — 5 Species

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Hinoki
Chamaecyparis obtusa
NE
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Sawara
Chamaecyparis pisifera
NE 🐾
Formosan Cypress
Chamaecyparis formosensis
EN 🐾
Lawson's Cypress
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana
NE 🐾
Atlantic White Cedar
Chamaecyparis thyoides
LC
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