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Taxodium distichum

Family: Cupressaceae, Genus: Taxodium

Description:

Taxodium distichum, commonly known as the bald cypress, is a deciduous conifer native to the southeastern United States. It features long, drooping branches and needle-like leaves that turn coppery bronze in fall. This tree is adaptable to a wide range of soil types, including wet and swampy areas, and is known for its distinctive knobby roots, or cypress knees. It can grow over 65 feet tall and is valued for its ornamental foliage and autumnal color.

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Last Updated June 29, 2025

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