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Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum) growing in South Florida
Florida NativeFFL QualifiedGrade Florida #1

Bald Cypress — South Florida Plant Guide

Taxodium distichum

Family: Cupressaceae · Tree

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos en Paisajismo

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Etiquetas de Estilo

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Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full Sun

Requisitos de Agua

Moderate5/10

Water deeply 2–3 times per week during establishment, then reduce to weekly once roots are established.

Tolerates both wet and drought conditions once established. Water 2-3x per week during establishment (18-24 months). After establishment, no supplemental irrigation needed in most South Florida locations. Tolerates permanent flooding in swamp conditions. SFWMD drought exempt as Florida native.

Suelo y Fertilización

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Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release tree fertilizer — minimal need as native in appropriate conditions

Schedule: Spring (March) only if deficiency observed — generally not needed as Florida native in appropriate site conditions.

Tolerancia a la Sal

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Altura Madura
5070 ft
Ancho Maduro
2030 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
moderate
Demanda de Agua
5/10
Grado Florida
Florida #1
Costo Instalado
$$$
Zonas USDA
5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
Estado FLEPPC
None
Calificación Iguana
4/10

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Bald Cypress grow in South Florida?

Bald Cypress has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Bald Cypress safe for pets?

Yes, Bald Cypress is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic to dogs and cats. Fully safe for pet-accessible landscapes.

How much water does Bald Cypress need in South Florida?

Moderate water needs (5/10). Water deeply 2–3 times per week during establishment, then reduce to weekly once roots are established.

Can Bald Cypress tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Bald Cypress has low salt tolerance (3/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.

Is Bald Cypress available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Bald Cypress is classified as: protected. Florida native — protected from HOA prohibition under Florida Statute 720.

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Protected

Florida native — protected from HOA prohibition under Florida Statute 720.3075.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Good for Broward County wetland-edge and rain garden applications.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Excellent for Palm Beach County's western areas with seasonal wetlands (Wellington, Loxahatchee).

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Bald Cypress is iconic in Collier County — Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary contains one of the oldest Bald Cypress old-growth stands in North America.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Protected

Florida native — protected but less common in Monroe County. Freshwater requirements limit Keys applications.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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