Taxonomy

Division:

Coniferophyta | - Conifers

Family:

Cupressaceae

Genus:

Cupressus

Species:

Cupressus funebris

USDA Symbol:

CUFU2

Growth Characteristics

Height:

2500 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun,Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar,apr

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, rocky or sandy loam

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to limestone hills and rocky slopes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–60 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate best with light and consistent moisture after cold stratification.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI