hiba
Also known as: hatchet-leaved arbor-vitae; hiba arbor-vitae
T. dolabrata is an evergreen conifer forming a large conical shrub or small tree with flattened sprays of large, glossy deep green scale-leaves with conspicuous white markings beneath
Scientific classification
- Species
- hiba (Thujopsis dolabrata)
- Genus
- Thujopsis
- Family
- Cupressaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs · Conifers · Trees
- Plant type
- Higher than 12 metres
- Height
- 4-8 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of hiba
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of hiba
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hiba care guide
- Moderate watering schedule, deep soak during lengthy dry heat periods
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate watering schedule, deep soak during lengthy dry heat periods
Fertilizing
FertilizingConifer slow-release fertilizer applied once yearly at early spring
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or semi-hardood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in moist but well-drained soil in full sun with shelter from cold dry winds. A good specimen tree in woodland
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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