Taxodium distichum

Baldcypress

Taxodium distichum

Description

The Baldcypress is a large deciduous conifer known for its distinctive pyramidal shape when young and broader crown when mature. It is often found in swampy areas, growing naturally in the southeastern United States. This tree is characterized by its buttressed trunk and cypress knees, which are knobby growths that project from its roots in watery areas.
Life Cycle
perennial
Height
50-70 feet, can reach up to 100 feet in optimal conditions
Sun Exposure
Partial sun to full sun
Bloom Months
September, October, November
Bloom Color
Bloom Description
The Baldcypress shed its needle-like leaves in the autumn, turning a russet or copper-brown color before falling.