Montezuma Bald Cypress (Taxodium Mucronatum) is a perennial tree in the Cupressaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires medium to high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Taxodium mucronatum is a large, graceful coniferous tree with strongly weeping branches and a broad, spreading crown.

Montezuma Bald Cypress

Montezuma Bald Cypress

Taxodium Mucronatum

Taxodium mucronatum is a large, graceful coniferous tree with strongly weeping branches and a broad, spreading crown.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
medium to high
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:shade, specimen tree, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Montezuma Bald Cypress

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Cupressaceae
Genus:Taxodium