Mesoamerican Yew
Taxus globosa Schltdl.
Taxus globosa, the Mesoamerican Yew, is an evergreen shrub in the Taxaceae family. It is found in parts of Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras. This species is considered endangered and grows to an average height of 4.6 meters. It is characterized by its large, sharp, light green needles arranged in rows along its branches.
Description
Taxus globosa, commonly known as the Mesoamerican Yew, is one of eight species in the genus Taxus. It is native to several regions in Mesoamerica, including Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras. The species is described as rare and is classified as endangered. This shrub typically reaches a height of 4.6 meters and is distinguished by its light green, sharp-pointed needles, which are arranged in two rows on its branches. The species was first described in 1838 by Schltdl.
Other common names
Mesoamerican YewMexican Yew
Distribution
Global · El Salvador · Guatemala · Honduras · Mexico Central · Mexico Gulf · Mexico Northeast · Mexico Southeast · Mexico Southwest
Synonyms
Taxus baccata var. globosaTaxus baccata subsp. globosaTaxus globosa var. globosa
