Cupressaceae
Italian Cypress: Aromatic Plant
Cupressus sempervirens
Requires full sun and soil with excellent drainage. Once established, it is extremely drought and wind resistant.
Every 10 days
Direct sun
-10° - 35°C
30% - 60%
Categories
What is Italian Cypress?
Italian Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) is a medium-care plant from the Cupressaceae family. Cupressus sempervirens, known as the Italian Cypress, is a majestic evergreen conifer with a narrow columnar shape. Native to the Mediterranean region, it is famous for its longevity, capable of living for centuries. Its leaves are small and scale-like, exuding a characteristic resinous aroma when c...
Italian Cypress grows up to 30.0m, with spread of 150cm, watering every 10 days, -10°C â 35°C, 30â60% humidity. It is not suitable for indoor environments and not safe for pets.
Care Guide
How to Water
Water young plants regularly. Mature trees are drought-tolerant and only need water during prolonged dry spells.
Lighting
Requires direct sun exposure for at least 6 to 8 hours daily to maintain its dense and healthy foliage.
Ideal Soil
Adapts to various soils, including limestone, as long as water does not accumulate at the roots.
Recommended Pot
Should preferably be planted in the ground; if in pots, use large ceramic containers with drainage holes.
Care Schedule
Fertilize
Every 180 days
About Italian Cypress
Cupressus sempervirens, known as the Italian Cypress, is a majestic evergreen conifer with a narrow columnar shape. Native to the Mediterranean region, it is famous for its longevity, capable of living for centuries. Its leaves are small and scale-like, exuding a characteristic resinous aroma when crushed. It is widely used in classical landscaping to create vertical lines and formal hedges.
How to Propagate
Seed Propagation
- Keep the substrate moist but never waterlogged during germination.
- 1 Stratification
Place seeds in moist sand in the refrigerator for 30 to 60 days to break dormancy.
- 2 Sowing
Plant seeds in a light, sandy substrate, covering lightly.
- 3 Transplanting
Move to individual pots when seedlings reach 10 cm in height.
Materials needed:
Stem Cuttings
- Using bottom heat can increase the chances of rooting success.
- 1 Cutting
Take semi-hardwood cuttings about 15 cm long.
- 2 Preparation
Remove the bottom leaves and dip in rooting hormone.
- 3 Planting
Insert into a peat and perlite compost under high humidity conditions.
Materials needed:
Characteristics
Max height
30.0m
Spread
1.5m
Growth rate
Medium
Foliage
Evergreen
Warning: Toxic Plant
This plant can be toxic if ingested. Keep out of reach of:
Plant Uses
Ornamental
Great for decoration
Aromatic
Pleasant fragrance
Medicinal
Medicinal properties
Medicinal Uses
- Treatment of venous insufficiency
- Relief of hemorrhoids
- Respiratory antiseptic properties
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Meaning & Symbolism
Historically associated with immortality and eternal life due to its evergreen foliage and great longevity.
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