Fujian Cypress
Chamaecyparis hodginsii (Dunn) Rushforth
Chamaecyparis hodginsii, known as Fujian Cypress, is a species in the Cupressaceae family. It was formally described in 2007 by Rushforth, with the original name proposed by Dunn. This conifer is native to Fujian, China, and is recognized for its distinct characteristics within the genus Chamaecyparis.
Description
Chamaecyparis hodginsii belongs to the genus Chamaecyparis in the Cupressaceae family, a group of coniferous trees commonly known as cypresses. The species is native to the Fujian region of China and is distinguished by its unique morphological traits. The name Fujian Cypress reflects its geographic origin. The species was first proposed by Dunn and later formally published by Rushforth in 2007. This species contributes to the biodiversity of the Cupressaceae family and is part of the broader coniferous tree lineage found in East Asia.
Other common names
Fujian Cypress
Synonyms
Fokienia hodginsii subsp. kawaiiCupressus hodginsiiFokienia hodginsii var. kawaiiFokienia kawaiiFokienia maclurei
