Torreya yunnanensis Yunnan nutmeg yew (Cephalotaxaceae) Evergreen tree

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Torreya yunnanensis
Yunnan nutmeg yew
Evergreen tree
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The Torreya yunnanensis plant species is found in E. Asia - E. China. It is a member of the Cephalotaxaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Yunnan nutmeg yew.

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Latin Name:  Torreya yunnanensis
Common Name:  Yunnan nutmeg yew
Family:  Cephalotaxaceae
Author:  Cheng.&L.K.Fu.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  15   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known

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]. This species is not hardy in all parts of Britain, but trees can be grown outdoors in the milder parts of the country[81]. The seed takes two summers to mature[229]. Plants are dioecious, but sometimes monoecious with dioecious branches. Male and female plants must usually be grown if seed is required.

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