The name of cypress tree comes from "shell", and the pronunciation of the word "cypress" is similar to "shell", which means a tree with a shell crown. Because cypress trees are like shells, in ancient times, cypress trees also had certain reproductive worship significance. China people plant cypress trees in cemeteries, symbolizing immortality or metempsychosis and regeneration.
We call the house where the living live a villa, which represents vigorous vitality and vigor. We call the place where the dead live where you are. Generally, pine trees or cypresses can be planted in the yin house, which symbolizes that the deceased ancestors still have eternal thoughts. In addition, planting cypress trees can keep water and soil, avoid soil erosion, and is also good for cemeteries.