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Taiwania

Taiwania Cryptomerioides

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Overview

The Taiwania cryptomerioides, or simply Taiwania, is a majestic conifer originating from East Asia. This evergreen can reach towering heights of 200 ft with a base diameter up to 6 ft, making it a stunning focal point in large landscapes. Its pyramidal form boasts flat sprays of soft, feathery foliage that transitions from bright green to bronze in winter. Ideal for zones 8-9, it requires well-drained soil and full sun exposure.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–11Type Conifer, TreeClimate Subtropical, Temperate
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — making it an exceptional choice for both aesthetic and practical uses within landscapes; feathery foliage that, image 58

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Conifer, Tree
Family
Cupressaceae
Climate
Subtropical, Temperate

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Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — making it an exceptional choice for both aesthetic and practical uses within landscapes
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — as these trees can live for thousands of years
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — Garden enthusiasts revel in the tree's history and stately presence; feathery foliage that transitions from, image 61
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — As a landscape architect's assistant; with a trunk diameter ranging from 6 to 10 feet
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — An adult Taiwania typically reaches heights between 150 to 200 feet; feathery foliage that transitions from, image 52
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — commonly referred to as Taiwania
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — with a trunk diameter ranging from 6 to 10 feet, image 32
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — feathery foliage that transitions from bright green to bronze in winter, image 46
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — is a majestic conifer native to the forests of East Asia
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — The Taiwania cryptomerioides, or simply Taiwania, is a majestic conifer originating from East Asia; feathery foliage that
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — is a majestic conifer native to the forests of East Asia; feathery foliage that transitions from bright green to bronze
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — adding an air of ancient elegance to any landscape design
Taiwania (Taiwania Cryptomerioides) — feathery foliage that transitions from bright green to bronze in winter, image 25
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