Pacific Yew
Taxus brevifolia
A resilient, shade-loving native conifer with deep medicinal roots.
- Plant Type
- Shrubs & Roses
- Width
- 3-4 Ft.
- Height
- 3-4 Ft.
- USDA hardiness zone
- 4 - 7
- Sun requirements
- Full Sun, Part Shade, Full Shade
- Design image count
- 9
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Taxus brevifolia, known as the Pacific yew, is a slow-growing evergreen conifer native to the Pacific Northwest. It typically develops as a small understory tree or a spreading shrub, reaching heights of ten to fifteen meters. Its foliage consists of flat, dark green needles arranged in soft spirals. Thriving in moist, well-drained soils and deep shade, it is famous for producing taxol, a vital anti-cancer compound. The heavy, durable wood is prized for making bows and tool handles.