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tecate cypress
Scientific Name: Cupressus forbesii
Family: Cupressaceae
Category: Gymnosperm
Growth: Tree
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Tecate Cypress (Cupressus forbesii / Hesperocyparis forbesii)
The Tecate cypress, also known as Forbes' cypress, is a coniferous tree with stunning red peeling bark that tolerates heat, smog, drought, and poor soils.
Considerations for Pets
- This tree produces cones.
Scientific Classification
- Scientific Name: Cupressus forbesii (accepted name), reclassified by some as Hesperocyparis forbesii
- Common Names: Tecate cypress, Forbes' cypress
- Family: Cupressaceae
- Synonyms: Cupressus guadalupensis S. Watson var. forbesii (Jeps.), Callitropsis forbesii
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to southern California mountains and northern Baja California, Mexico.
- Grows in chaparral and woodland habitats.
- Found at elevations ranging from 1,000 to 8,000 feet (approximately 450-1500m).
Morphology and Growth
- Fast-growing initially, reaching 12-15 feet quickly, then slows to 20-30 feet or higher.
- Has a rich light green foliage.
- Evergreen, scale-like leaves with keels.
Additional Information
- Prefers little water.
- Seems to tolerate coastal planting well for an inland species.
Further Resources
- Dave's Garden: A community for sharing gardening tips and ideas.
- RHS (Royal Horticultural Society): Offers help and information on Cupressus forbesii.
- CalPhotos: Provides images of Cupressus forbesii.
- ResearchGate: Hosts research such as the "Santa Ana Mountains Tecate Cypress (Cupressus forbesii) Management Plan."
- ClipPix ETC: Offers educational images, including 606 relating to "tecate cypress".