Status:
valid
Authors:
S.T.Chiu
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 41: 164 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242403
Common Names
- Taxillus tsaii
- Tsai's Taxillus
- Tsai Taxillus
Description
Taxillus tsaii (also called Tsai's taxillus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to East Asia. It has a stem that is erect and branched, with leaves that are alternate and pinnate. It is found in grasslands, forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Taxillus tsaii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Taxillus tsaii has a small, yellow flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Taxillus tsaii is a shrub native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a terrarium or in a moist, shady area outdoors. It needs to be kept moist and should be fertilized regularly. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Taxillus tsaii
Taxillus tsaii is native to China.
Taxillus tsaii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taxillus tsaii?
Taxillus tsaii
What is the common name of Taxillus tsaii?
Chinese Yew
What is the family of Taxillus tsaii?
Taxaceae
Species in the Taxillus genus
Taxillus kuijtii,
Taxillus thelocarpa,
Taxillus thuducensis,
Taxillus tomentosus,
Taxillus recurvus,
Taxillus reflexilobus,
Taxillus robinsonii,
Taxillus rugosus,
Taxillus sclerophyllus,
Taxillus assamicus,
Taxillus erectiflorus,
Taxillus heyneanus,
Taxillus incanus,
Taxillus chinensis,
Taxillus danseriana,
Taxillus courtallensis,
Taxillus cuneatus,
Taxillus sericus,
Taxillus delavayi,
Taxillus kaempferi,
Taxillus caloreas,
Taxillus theifer,
Taxillus limprichtii,
Taxillus liquidambaricola,
Taxillus umbellifer,
Taxillus pseudochinensis,
Taxillus sutchuenensis,
Taxillus thibetensis,
Taxillus balansae,
Taxillus nigrans,
Taxillus vestitus,
Taxillus levinei,
Taxillus renii,
Taxillus tsaii,
Taxillus wiensii,
Taxillus ferrugineus,
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii,
Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,
References
Shau Ting Chiu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Chiu' in the authors string.