New Caledonia Yew
Austrotaxus spicata Compton
Austrotaxus spicata, the New Caledonia Yew, is the only species in the genus Austrotaxus and belongs to the Taxaceae family. It is native to New Caledonia and was first described in 1922 by Compton. This species is closely related to other yew genera, such as Taxus and Pseudotaxus.
Description
Austrotaxus spicata is a coniferous tree found in the Global region, specifically in New Caledonia. As the only member of its genus, it is a unique representative within the yew family. Its classification within the Taxaceae family places it among other yew species, sharing characteristics with genera like Taxus and Pseudotaxus. The species was formally published in 1922 and is known by the common name New Caledonia Yew.
Other common names
New Caledonia Yew
Distribution
Global · New Caledonia