Torreya fargesii (Cephalotaxaceae) Evergreen tree

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Torreya fargesii
Evergreen tree
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The Torreya fargesii plant species is found in E. Asia - E. China. It is a member of the Cephalotaxaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Torreya fargesii
Family:  Cephalotaxaceae
Author:  Franch.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  20   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Woodlands, 1000 - 1600 metres[109].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in ordinary garden soil, tolerating some lime[1]. Requires a sheltered position and either high humidity or a moist riverside soil[200]. Dislikes wind exposure[200]. Tolerates woodland shade very well[200]. Requires hot, very humid summers for best growth[200]. Trees are hardy only in the milder areas of Britain[81]. The seed takes two summers to mature[229]. Plants are dioecious, but sometimes monoecious plants are seen bearing dioecious branches. Male and female plants must be grown if seed and fruit is required.

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