pecky cypress

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Also known as: peggy cypress

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Pecky cypress is a type of lumber that comes from the bald cypress tree (Taxodium distichum), which is native to wetland areas in southern North America. This wood is known for its durability, especially in damp conditions.12

The term "pecky" refers to small, attractive holes or pockets within the wood, caused by a fungus. Despite these holes, pecky cypress is highly valued for its resistance to water and rot. It is often used in ornamental work, such as paneling, and for greenhouse benches. The bald cypress tree itself is also significant for its ecological role in wetlands, providing habitat and helping to manage water and soil.132

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…in the lumber trade as pecky, or peggy, cypress when it contains small, attractive holes, which are caused by a fungus. The tree is cultivated as an ornamental for its colorful fall foliage and can be planted far north of its native range. It is the state tree of Louisiana.
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…in the lumber trade as pecky, or peggy, cypress when it contains small, attractive holes, which are caused by a fungus. The tree is cultivated as an ornamental for its colorful fall foliage and can be planted far north of its native range. It is the state tree of Louisiana.
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