Torreya fargesii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 13: 264. (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454926
Common Names
- Torreya fargesii
- Farges' Torreya
- Farges' Nutmeg-yew
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Torreya fargesii (also called Farges' Torreya, among many other common names) is a large evergreen tree that grows up to 30 m tall. It is native to China and is found in subtropical and temperate forests.
Uses & Benefits
Torreya fargesii has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It has also been used as a diuretic and to treat skin rashes. In addition, it has been used as a food source and for its ornamental value.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Torreya fargesii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single stem with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Torreya fargesii is a coniferous evergreen tree that can grow up to 20 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Torreya fargesii
Torreya fargesii can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.
Torreya fargesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Torreya fargesii?
Torreya fargesii
What is the common name of Torreya fargesii?
Farges' Torreya
What is the natural habitat of Torreya fargesii?
Mixed coniferous and deciduous forests
Species in the Taxaceae family
Amentotaxus argotaenia, Amentotaxus assamica, Amentotaxus formosana, Amentotaxus poilanei, Amentotaxus yunnanensis, Amentotaxus hekouensis, Austrotaxus spicata, Pseudotaxus chienii, Taxus cuspidata, Taxus floridana, Taxus contorta, Taxus brevifolia, Taxus baccata, Taxus wallichiana, Taxus globosa, Taxus mairei, Taxus canadensis, Taxus sumatrana, Taxus florinii, Taxus calcicola, Taxus chinensis, Taxus lambertiana, Taxus phytonii, Torreya nucifera, Torreya californica, Torreya taxifolia, Torreya fargesii, Torreya jackii, Torreya grandis, Torreya parvifolia, Torreya dapanshanica,
References
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Torreya fargesii Franch.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification