The Italian Cypress is found all over the world. These specimens were photographed on the CLHS campus.

Kingdom: Plantae

Common Name:
Italian Cypress

Scientific Name: Cupressus sempervirens

Taxonomy:
Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Tracheophyta
Class:
Coniferopsida
Order:
Coniferales
Family:
Cupressaceae
Genus:
Cupressus
Species:
sempervirens

Natural Range
This plant has been found all over Europe, Africa and Asia. The Italian Cypress has survived in many locations all over the earth.

Interesting Facts
This plant is most commonly found as a decoration at theme-parks and hotels. It is an extremely hardy plant using very little water and sun. This fact makes the Italian Cypress universal.

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The Italian Cypress and CLHS

The Italian Cypress is a wonderful addition to the CLHS campus. Caring for it is simple and easy. Its beauty adds to our campus decor.