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Taiwan Catkin Yew

Amentotaxus formosana

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (พืช)
Phylum
Coniferophyta (Conifers)
Class
Pinopsida (Conifers)
Order
Pinales (Pines & Allies)
Family
Taxaceae
Genus
Amentotaxus
Species
Amentotaxus formosana (Taiwan Catkin Yew)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Tai Wan 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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Catkin Yew
Amentotaxus argotaenia
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Taiwan Catkin Yew?
The scientific name of Taiwan Catkin Yew is Amentotaxus formosana. It belongs to the genus Amentotaxus.
What is the conservation status of Taiwan Catkin Yew?
Taiwan Catkin Yew (Amentotaxus formosana) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Taiwan Catkin Yew live?
Taiwan Catkin Yew is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does Taiwan Catkin Yew belong to?
Taiwan Catkin Yew (Amentotaxus formosana) belongs to the genus Amentotaxus, which is part of the taxonomic family Taxaceae.
Is Taiwan Catkin Yew endangered?
Yes, Taiwan Catkin Yew (Amentotaxus formosana) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Taiwan Catkin Yew belong to?
Taiwan Catkin Yew (Amentotaxus formosana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).
What are the closest relatives of Taiwan Catkin Yew?
The closest relatives of Taiwan Catkin Yew in the genus Amentotaxus include Assam Catkin Yew, Poilane's Catkin Yew, Yunnan Catkin Yew, Catkin Yew.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Amentotaxus — 5 Species

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Assam Catkin Yew
Amentotaxus assamica
EN 🐾
Poilane's Catkin Yew
Amentotaxus poilanei
VU 🐾
Yunnan Catkin Yew
Amentotaxus yunnanensis
VU 🐾
Catkin Yew
Amentotaxus argotaenia
NT
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Taiwan Catkin Yew
Amentotaxus formosana
VU
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