Taxus chinensis

Chinese Yew

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Evergreen coniferous shrub or tree native to China and Korea. Features dark green needle-like foliage and red berry-like seeds. Slow-growing, highly toxic due to taxol alkaloids.
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Plant Details

Common Name Chinese Yew
Family Taxaceae
Genus Taxus
Species Chinensis
Origin China, Korea
Blooming Rarely flowers indoors, dioecious cones produced in spring
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained acidic to neutral loam rich in organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during winter dormancy period

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers partial shade indoors; avoid scorching midday direct sun, tolerates full sun outdoors in cool climates

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins

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Pruning

Prune in late spring or early summer to maintain shape; regenerates well from old wood

Pest Control Bagworm Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 77°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
150 – 600
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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