Arizona Cypress
Hesperocyparis arizonica
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Coniferophyta | - Conifers
- Family:
- Cupressaceae
- Genus:
- Hesperocyparis
- Species:
- Hesperocyparis arizonica
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Tree
- Height:
- 20-40 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- apr, may
- Bloom Colors:
- Not Applicable
Native Range
United States: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, Puerto Rico, Texas, Utah
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to arid regions, tolerates drought
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Leach the seed under a running tap for 24 to 36 hours. Place moist seed into self-sealing plastic bags and stratify from 45 to 60 days at 3 to 5 F.
Establishment: This species occurs on well-drained and gravelly sites at elevations of 3000 - 8500 feet. The eastern most location of this species is the Trans-Pecos region of Texas. The range continues through southern New Mexico and Arizona to portions of southern California. The southern portion of this species' range extends well into Mexico including the states of Durango, Chihuahua and Sonora. Typically this species can be found in the bottom and sides of canyons and arroyos, often on northern aspects.
Source: npn.rngr.net