Calocedrus — 4 species
Botanical species in the genus Calocedrus recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Calocedrus decurrens
Calocedrus decurrens
Family: Cupressaceae
Cultivation
Calocedrus decurrens is found at elevations from near sea level in the north of its range, ascending to almost 3,000 metres in the south. It tolerates hot, dry summers, but is also tolerant of winter frost and snow, being unharmed with temperatures falling to -34°c in the north of its range. Plants grow slowly in Britain, but they are perfectly hardy.
Full cultivation guide →Calocedrus formosana
Calocedrus formosana
Family: Cupressaceae
Cultivation
Calocedrus formosa is found at low to moderate elevations in the subtropical zone of Taiwan. It prefers a humid climate. It has a cold hardiness limit between -6.6°c and -1.1°c.
Full cultivation guide →Calocedrus macrolepis
Calocedrus macrolepis
Family: Cupressaceae
Cultivation
Calocedrus macrolepis is found at moderate to higher elevations in the warm temperate to tropical regions of China and southeast Asia. It prefers a humid climate. It has a cold hardiness limit between -6.6°c and -1.1°c.
Full cultivation guide →Calocedrus rupestris
Calocedrus rupestris
Family: Cupressaceae
Cultivation
Within its latitudinal and elevational range, Calocedrus rupestris experiences a monsoon tropical climate, with a July-October wet season and annual rainfall of 1,200 - 3,000mm. Temperature is seasonally variable with winter lows cold enough to experience occasional frosts, and summer highs around 35°c. The tree can tolerate frosts, but needs hot summers in order to do so.
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