The Himalayan Cypress

Cupressus torulosa

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About The Himalayan Cypress

Cupressus torulosa, commonly known as the Himalayan cypress or Bhutan cypress, is a species of cypress tree native to the mountainous northern regions of the Indian subcontinent, in the western Himalayas.

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Plant Details

Scientific name
Cupressus torulosa
Genus
Cupressus
Habit
Tree
Habitat
Planted
Native to
Western Himalayas, Bhutan, China
Conservation status
Not Evaluated (NE)

Local Names

Nepali
काठे धुपी Kaathe Dhupee, राज सल्ला Raj Sallaa, राज सल्लो Raj sallo
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Botanical family

Cupressaceae

CYPRESS FAMILY

The Himalayan Cypress belongs to the Cupressaceae family.

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