Red Cypress-Pine

Callitris endlicheri

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Basic Information

Family: Cupressaceae

Genus: callitris

Plant ID (slug): callitris-endlicheri

Numeric ID: 19483

USDA Hardiness: 8-11

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Callitris endlicheri is an evergreen Tree growing to 20 m (65ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline and saline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Distribution

Australia - New South Wales, Queensland.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Secondary; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Anthelmintic Anthelmintic[152].

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Callitris endlicheri Red Cypress-Pine