Chinese Weeping Cypress, Mourning-cypress

Cupressus funebris

Physical Characteristics

Cupressus funebris is an evergreen Tree growing to 25 m (82ft 0in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from April to May. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) 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 acid soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Distribution

E. Asia - China.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Antiperiodic The leaf is antiperiodic[218]. It is used in the treatment of bleeding piles, excessive menstrual flow etc[218]. A decoction of fruiting branches is used in the treatment of colds[218].

Known Hazards

None known