Italian Cypress, Mediterranean Cypress Cupressus sempervirens - Cupressus sempervirens, Cupressus elongata, Cupressus horizontalis, Cupressus patula

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Botanical Name:

Cupressus sempervirens

Family:

Cupressaceae

Genus:

Cupressus

Species:

sempervirens

Common Name:

Italian Cypress, Mediterranean Cypress

Seeds Per Pound:
66,200
Quantity:
10.06 lb
Germination:
30%
Germination Test Type:
Cut (Full Seed)
Purity:
98%
Height:
100-115 feet
Collection Locale:
Azerbaijan
Crop Year:
2023
Minimum Hardiness Zone:
7
In Stock: 10.06 lb
Prices
  • Cupressus sempervirens

Growing Info, follow in order:
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours.
Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days.
Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed.
Other: seed can be treated with Captan (4 tablespoons/gallon of water) during stratification to prevent fungal problems.
In a Nutshell:
* Cupressus sempervirens , the Mediterranean Cypress (also known as Italian, Tuscan, or Graveyard Cypress, or Pencil Pine) is a species of cypress native to the eastern Mediterranean region , in northeast Libya , southeast Greece ( Crete , Rhodes ), southern Turkey , Cyprus , Northern Egypt , western Syria , Lebanon , Israel , Malta, Italy , western Jordan , and also a disjunct population in Iran . more...
* A popular wood for building uses, cabinet making and wardrobes, especially since it retains its fragrance, repels moths and is impervious to woodworm.

An essential oil is distilled from the shoots. It is used in perfumery and soap making. more...
Usda description:
More info on http://plants.usda.gov