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Guadeloupe cypress
Scientific Name: Cupressus guadalupensis
Family: Cupressaceae
Category: Gymnosperm
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Guadalupe Cypress (Cupressus guadalupensis)
The Guadalupe Cypress, scientifically known as Cupressus guadalupensis, is a unique cypress species native to Guadalupe Island, located off the western coast of North America in the Pacific Ocean. This species is often found in the central highlands of the island in the "sky island" environment.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cupressus guadalupensis
- Common Name: Guadalupe Cypress
- Family: Not explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
- Synonyms:
- Callitropsis guadalupensis (S. Watson) D.P. Little
- Cupressus gaudeloup ensis, Watson (Implied, as a synonym)
- Hesperocyparis guadalupensis
Distribution and Habitat
- Endemic to Guadalupe Island, Mexico.
- Specific Location: "Sky island" on the central highlands of Guadalupe Island.
Ecological Role
- Dominant species in its native habitat on Guadalupe Island.
- Historically important for water condensation, with mountaintop Guadalupe cypress trees condensing cloud moisture into fresh water springs.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cupressus guadalupensis.
- Garden Guides provides plant and identification information, as well as gardening tips for the Guadalupe Cypress.