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Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan (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 (植物)
Phylum
Coniferophyta (Conifers)
Class
Pinopsida (松柏纲)
Order
Pinales (松柏目)
Family
Taxaceae
Genus
Amentotaxus
Species
Amentotaxus formosana (Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan

Similar Species in Amentotaxus

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Sui Hua Shan
Amentotaxus argotaenia
Near Threatened
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Yunnan Sui Hua Shan
Amentotaxus yunnanensis
Vulnerable
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan?
The scientific name of Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan is Amentotaxus formosana. It belongs to the genus Amentotaxus.
What is the conservation status of Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan?
Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan (Amentotaxus formosana) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan live?
Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan 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 Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan belong to?
Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan (Amentotaxus formosana) belongs to the genus Amentotaxus, which is part of the taxonomic family Taxaceae.
Is Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan endangered?
Yes, Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan (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 Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan belong to?
Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan (Amentotaxus formosana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan?
The closest relatives of Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan in the genus Amentotaxus include Sui Hua Shan, Yunnan Sui Hua Shan, Assam Catkin Yew, Poilane's Catkin Yew.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Amentotaxus — 5 Species

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Sui Hua Shan
Amentotaxus argotaenia
NT
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Tai Wan Sui Hua Shan
Amentotaxus formosana
VU
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Yunnan Sui Hua Shan
Amentotaxus yunnanensis
VU 🐾
Assam Catkin Yew
Amentotaxus assamica
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Poilane's Catkin Yew
Amentotaxus poilanei
VU
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