Mediterranean Cypress Collection

RBG18-1515
Italian cypress, Cupressus sempervirens, female cones on branch. Rhodes. Date: 15-Apr-19

Italian Cypress and Spanish Broom, from Hortus Eystettensis
3359416 Italian Cypress and Spanish Broom, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub. 1613 (hand coloured engraving) by German School

Italian Cypress and Spanish Broom, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub
I Cupressus arbor; Italian cypress originally from Asia, brought by the Phoenicians and now considered native to Italy; II Spartium Hispanicum; usually more bare-stemmed than shown here; plant which

Cupressaceae, Leaves and fruits of California Incense-cedar Calocedrus decurrens
Botany - Trees - Cupressaceae - Leaves and fruits of California Incense-cedar (Calocedrus decurrens); Lawsons Cypress or Port Orford cedar (Chamaecyparis lawsoniana)

Cupressus sempervirens, Italian cypress
An illustration of (Cupressus sempervirens) the Italian cypress from the Botany Library Collection, the Natural History Museum, London

Cupressaceae - Mediterranean Cypress Cupressus sempervirens, illustration
Botany - Trees - Cupressaceae - Mediterranean Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens), illustration

Illustration of Cupressus sempervirens (Mediterranean Cypress)

Italian Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) close-up of leaves and fruit, France, October

Italian Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens forma horizontalis) native ancient tree, habit, growing in mountain habitat, White Mountains, Crete, Greece, April

Mediterranean Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens), Cupressaceae by Giovanni Antonio Bottione, watercolor, 1770-1781
Herbal, 18th-19th century. Iconographia Taurinensis. Volume XXIII, Plate 92 by Giovanni Antonio Bottione: Mediterranean Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens), Cupressaceae

Mediterranean Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens), Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau
Botany - Cupressaceae - Mediterranean Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens). Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau, botanical plate by Pierre Joseph RedoutA

Leaves and cones of Japanese Cedar Cryptomeria japonica, Mediterranean Cypress Cupressus sempervirens
Botany - Leaves and cones of Japanese Cedar (Cryptomeria japonica), Mediterranean Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) and Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris), illustration

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The Mediterranean Cypress, scientifically known as Cupressus sempervirens, is a stunning evergreen tree that has captivated the hearts of many. Its elegant and slender silhouette adds a touch of sophistication to any landscape. Originating from the Mediterranean region, this majestic tree has been admired for centuries. In fact, it was featured in the famous Hortus Eystettensis by Basil Besler in 1561-1629 alongside other notable plants like Italian Cypress and Spanish Broom. With its distinctive dark green foliage and small round cones, the Mediterranean Cypress stands out among its counterparts. Its leaves are so iconic that they have been immortalized in various illustrations throughout history. One such illustration by Giovanni Antonio Bottione showcases the beauty of this species with delicate watercolors dating back to 1770-1781. Similarly, Henry Louis Duhamel du Monceau's botanical plate by Pierre Joseph Redoute captures its essence with remarkable precision. In France during October, you can witness the captivating close-up of leaves and fruit on an Italian Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens). These native ancient trees grow harmoniously in mountain habitats, adding a sense of timelessness to their surroundings. Belonging to the family Cupressaceae along with other notable conifers like California Incense-cedar and Lawsons Cypress, this species holds a special place within nature's tapestry. It also shares similarities with Japanese Cedar and Scots Pine as illustrated beautifully through depictions featuring Leaves and cones. Whether adorning gardens or lining avenues across coastal regions, these resilient trees bring an air of tranquility wherever they stand. Their enduring presence symbolizes strength amidst adversity - much like their ability to withstand harsh weather conditions prevalent in their native habitat. So next time you come across RBG18-1515 or encounter references to Italian Cypress or Spanish Broom from Hortus Eystettensis - remember that they all pay homage to the timeless beauty of the Mediterranean Cypress.