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Deciduous Trees · MCH exam plant
Bald Cypress
Taxodium distichum
taks-OH-dee-um DIS-tih-kum
Native to New England
Tree
Key ID features
Deciduous conifer, feathery needles, knees in wet soil, cinnamon bark
| Botanical name | Taxodium distichum |
|---|---|
| Family | Cupressaceae |
| Genus | Taxodium |
| Category | Deciduous Trees |
| USDA hardiness zones | 4a–11a |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Water | High |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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