Catkin Yew

About

The Catkin Yew (Amentotaxus argotaenia) is a species in the genus Amentotaxus. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in temperate and boreal forests, often at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in temperate and boreal forests, often at higher elevations.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (식물)

Phylum

Coniferophyta (Conifers)

Class

Pinopsida (Conifers)

Order

Pinales (구과목)

Family

Taxaceae

Genus

Amentotaxus

Species

Amentotaxus argotaenia (Catkin Yew)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Sui Hua Shan

Similar Species in Amentotaxus

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Assam Catkin Yew

Amentotaxus assamica

Endangered

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Poilane's Catkin Yew

Amentotaxus poilanei

Vulnerable

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Yunnan Catkin Yew

Amentotaxus yunnanensis

Vulnerable

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Taiwan Catkin Yew

Amentotaxus formosana

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Catkin Yew?

The scientific name of Catkin Yew is Amentotaxus argotaenia. It belongs to the genus Amentotaxus.

What is the conservation status of Catkin Yew?

Catkin Yew (Amentotaxus argotaenia) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Catkin Yew belong to?

Catkin Yew (Amentotaxus argotaenia) belongs to the genus Amentotaxus, which is part of the taxonomic family Taxaceae.

What kingdom does Catkin Yew belong to?

Catkin Yew (Amentotaxus argotaenia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).

What are the closest relatives of Catkin Yew?

The closest relatives of Catkin Yew in the genus Amentotaxus include Assam Catkin Yew, Poilane's Catkin Yew, Yunnan Catkin Yew, Taiwan Catkin Yew.