The difference between Baldcypress and Metasequoia glyptostroboides

Baldcypress and Metasequoia are both common trees in nature, and they both have certain ornamental value. Some people don’t know much about them and don’t know what the differences are between them. In fact, there are obvious differences between Baldcypress and Metasequoia. Today I will specifically introduce this knowledge and at the same time let everyone know more about Baldcypress.

The difference between Baldcypress and Metasequoia

1. There are certain differences in the leaves of bald cypress and metasequoia. Although both plants have linear leaves, there are certain differences between them. The leaves of bald cypress are mostly alternate, while the leaves of metasequoia are mainly opposite. If you put the leaves of the two plants together, you can easily distinguish them.

2. Baldcypress has unique hairy twigs, which are relatively long when growing and droop during the growth process, while the feathery twigs of Metasequoia are relatively short and do not droop during the production process. Baldcypress also has a unique breathing feature, while Metasequoia does not have this feature, which is also the biggest difference between the two.

3. The fruits of Baldcypress and Metasequoia are also different. Although their fruits are both spherical, the fruit of Baldcypress is smaller, while the fruit of Metasequoia is larger. The top of the seed scale of Metasequoia is mostly flat diamond-shaped with a horizontal groove in the middle, while the tumor of Baldcypress is shield-shaped without obvious horizontal grooves.

Detailed introduction of Baldcypress

1. Baldcypress is an ancient tree species. It is a strong sun-loving tree with a particularly strong ability to adapt to the environment. It is resistant to low temperatures, saline-alkali, and waterlogging. In daily life, this plant can be planted on the plains, by the lakes, on river banks, and in areas with dense water networks. There are large numbers of baldcypress trees in Wuhan, Nanjing, Hangzhou and other places in China.

2. Baldcypress is a tall tree that originally grew in North America and was later introduced to all parts of the world. This plant has luxuriant branches and leaves, beautiful tree shape, and leaves fall relatively late in autumn. Moreover, its leaves turn bronze in autumn, which makes it very ornamental. Baldcypress is not only ornamental, but also has high economic value. Its wood is light and soft, with fine texture, and is a good raw material for processing various furniture, ships and buildings.