Bald Cypress
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| Scientific name | Taxodium distichum |
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| Higher classification | Bald cypress |
| Rank | Species |
| Conservation status | Least Concern (Population stable) |
| Symbol of | Louisiana |
| Did you know | Trap Pond State Park in Delaware has the northernmost stand of bald cypress in the United States. |
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| ID | 986081 |
About Bald Cypress
Taxodium distichum is a deciduous conifer in the family Cupressaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States. Hardy and tough, this tree adapts to a wide range of soil types, whether wet, dry, or swampy. It is noted for the russet-red fall color of its lacy needles.