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Lawson's Cypress

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, South Africa), Asia (Armenia, Taiwan, Turkey), Europe (18 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Coniferophyta (Conifers)

Class

Pinopsida (Conifers)

Order

Pinales (Pines & Allies)

Species

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana (Lawson's Cypress)

Names in Other Languages

French Cyprès de Lawson

German Lawson-Scheinzypresse

Portuguese camaecipáris-do-oregon

Similar Species in Chamaecyparis

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Atlantic White Cedar

Chamaecyparis thyoides

Least Concern

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Formosan Cypress

Chamaecyparis formosensis

Chamaecyparis pisifera

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lawson's Cypress?

The scientific name of Lawson's Cypress is Chamaecyparis lawsoniana. It belongs to the genus Chamaecyparis.

Where does Lawson's Cypress live?

Lawson's Cypress is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, South Africa), Asia (Armenia, Taiwan, Turkey), Europe (18 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Armenia, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France.

What family does Lawson's Cypress belong to?

Lawson's Cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana) belongs to the genus Chamaecyparis, which is part of the taxonomic family Cupressaceae.

What kingdom does Lawson's Cypress belong to?

Lawson's Cypress (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Lawson's Cypress?

The closest relatives of Lawson's Cypress in the genus Chamaecyparis include Atlantic White Cedar, Formosan Cypress, Hinoki false cypress, Sawara Cypress.