Chamaecyparis lawsoniana (Lawson's cypress)

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana, commonly known as Lawson's cypress, is a coniferous tree native to southwestern Oregon and northwestern California. It features dense, scale-like dark green foliage that can turn bronze in winter. Typically growing up to 50-70 feet tall, it has a straight trunk and attractive, smooth bark that peels in thin, papery layers. Widely cultivated as an ornamental tree, Lawson's cypress is valued for its elegant shape and foliage, making it popular in landscaping and park settings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and some protection from harsh conditions to thrive.