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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).

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

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Hinoki
German Feuerscheinzypresse
Portuguese cipreste-de-hinochi

Similar Species in Chamaecyparis

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

What is the scientific name of Hinoki false cypress?
The scientific name of Hinoki false cypress is Chamaecyparis obtusa. It belongs to the genus Chamaecyparis.
Where does Hinoki false cypress live?
Hinoki false cypress 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 false cypress belong to?
Hinoki false cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa) belongs to the genus Chamaecyparis, which is part of the taxonomic family Cupressaceae.
What kingdom does Hinoki false cypress belong to?
Hinoki false cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Hinoki false cypress?
The closest relatives of Hinoki false cypress in the genus Chamaecyparis include Atlantic White Cedar, Formosan Cypress, Lawson's Cypress, Sawara Cypress.

Native Range — 7 Countries

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Genus Chamaecyparis — 5 Species

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