Callitropsis nootkatensis
Alaska Cedar, Alaska Yellow Cedar
Other regional names: Nootka Cypress +3 more
- Nootka Cypress
- Sitka Cypress
- Yellow Cedar
- Yellow Cypress
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cupressaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Callitropsis nootkatensis (commonly known as Alaska Cedar or Alaska Yellow-cedar) is a coniferous tree within the Cupressaceae family. It is found natively in North America. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in temperate conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Conifer
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northwestern U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A., Subarctic America, Western Canada
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alaska, British Columbia, California, Oregon, Washington
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Føroyar, Great Britain, Kerguelen, Norway