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Montezuma cypress

Taxodium mucronatum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Pinopsida ›Order: Pinales ›Family: Cupressaceae ›Genus: Taxodium

About

Taxodium mucronatum, also known as Montezuma bald cypress, Montezuma cypress, sabino, or ahuehuete is a species of Taxodium that is native to the Southwestern United States, Mexico, and Guatemala. Ahuehuete is derived from the Nahuatl name for the tree, āhuēhuētl, which means "upright drum in water" or "old man of the water."

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Montezuma cypress?
The scientific name of Montezuma cypress is Taxodium mucronatum.
What kingdom does Montezuma cypress belong to?
Montezuma cypress belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Montezuma cypress belong to?
Montezuma cypress belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Montezuma cypress belong to?
Montezuma cypress belongs to the class Pinopsida.
What order does Montezuma cypress belong to?
Montezuma cypress belongs to the order Pinales.
What family does Montezuma cypress belong to?
Montezuma cypress belongs to the family Cupressaceae.
What genus does Montezuma cypress belong to?
Montezuma cypress belongs to the genus Taxodium.