Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
409277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Siebold & Zucc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Abh. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. 4(3): 232. (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408609

Common Names

  • Taxus Cuspidata
  • Japanese Yew
  • Cuspidata Taxus

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Synonyms

  • Taxus caespitosa Nakai [valid]
  • Taxus caespitosa angustifolia Spjut [valid]
  • Taxus caespitosa latifolia (Pilg.) Spjut [valid]

Description

Taxus cuspidata (also called 'Japanese Yew' or 'Japanese Yew Tree', among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen coniferous tree native to Japan and East Asia. It grows in wetland habitats, such as swamps, marshes, and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Taxus cuspidata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Taxus cuspidata var. nana Rehder
Taxus cuspidata var. cuspidata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taxus cuspidata has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in drooping clusters. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have a single, straight stem with a tuft of long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taxus cuspidata is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 m (13 ft). It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the fall or early spring. Cuttings can also be taken from young branches in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Taxus cuspidata

Taxus cuspidata is native to East Asia and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It can also be found in parts of India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Taxus cuspidata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taxus cuspidata?

Taxus cuspidata

What is the common name of Taxus cuspidata?

Japanese Yew

What is the natural habitat of Taxus cuspidata?

Forests and mountain slopes

References

Joseph Gerhard Zuccarini (1797-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zucc.' in the authors string.
Philipp Franz von Siebold (1796-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Siebold' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Taxus cuspidata Siebold & Zucc.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification