Cupressus macrocarpa is a coniferous tree, which is also known as the Monterey cypress or macrocarpa cypress. There are several synonyms for Cupressus macrocarpa, including Cupressus macrocarpa 'Goldcrest Wilma', which is a dwarf cultivar, and Cupressus macrocarpa 'Greenstead Magnifica', a variety with blue-green foliage. Other synonyms include Hesperocyparis macrocarpa, Callitropsis macrocarpa, and Cupressus goveniana, which is a species closely related to C. macrocarpa. The Cupressus macrocarpa is a popular ornamental tree due to its distinctive, columnar habit and dense, aromatic foliage. It is commonly found in coastal regions of California and has also been widely planted in other parts of the world.