What is fokienia?

Fokienia is a genus of coniferous trees belonging to the family Cupressaceae. They are commonly known as "Chinese Cypress" or "Fujian Cypress" and are native to China, Taiwan, and Vietnam. The trees are slow-growing and can grow up to 30 meters in height. The bark is reddish-brown and peels off in long strips. The leaves are scale-like and arranged in opposite pairs, and the cones are small and rounded. The wood of fokienia trees is highly valued for its durability and resistance to decay, and it is used for furniture, construction, and ornamental purposes. Some fokienia species are endangered due to habitat loss and overharvesting, and conservation efforts are underway to protect them.