Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Species:
harringtonii
ID:
595628

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Knight ex. J.Forbes) K.Koch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Dendrologie 2(2): 102. (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594960



Common Names

  • Cephalotaxus Harringtonii
  • Harringtonii Cephalotaxus
  • Harringtonii Stonecrop


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Synonyms

  • Nageia koraiana (Siebold) Kuntze [valid]
  • Taxus baccata Thunb. [illegitimate]
  • Taxus drupacea (Siebold & Zucc.) C.Lawson [valid]
  • Taxus pedunculata (Siebold & Zucc.) C.Lawson [valid]
  • Podocarpus koraianus Siebold [unknown]
  • Cephalotaxus harringtonii koreana (Nakai) Silba [valid]
  • Cephalotaxus drupacea koreana (Nakai) Hatus. [valid]
  • Cephalotaxus koreana Nakai [valid]
  • Taxus sinensis Knight ex. Gordon [valid]
  • Podocarpus koraiana Siebold [valid]
  • Cephalotaxus sinensis globosa (Rehder & E.H.Wilson) H.L.Li [deprecated]
  • Podocarpus koraiana C.Siebold ex Endl. [unknown]
  • Cephalotaxus harringtonia koraiana (Siebold) Koidz. [valid]

Description

Cephalotaxus harringtonii (also called Harrington's Cephalotaxus, among many other common names) is a species of conifer in the Cephalotaxaceae family. It is native to China and Taiwan. It is an evergreen tree or shrub that grows in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalotaxus harringtonii is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife. The leaves of this plant can be used to make a tea that has medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cephalotaxus harringtonii var. nana (Nakai) Rehder
Cephalotaxus harringtonii var. wilsoniana (Hayata) Kitam.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cephalotaxus harringtonii has small, yellow-green flowers that are followed by small, round, purple-black fruits. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a conical shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalotaxus harringtonii is a hardy evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Cephalotaxus harringtonii

Cephalotaxus harringtonii is native to the Himalayas, China, and Taiwan.

Cephalotaxus harringtonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalotaxus harringtonii?

Cephalotaxus harringtonii

What is the common name of Cephalotaxus harringtonii?

Harrington's Cephalotaxus

What is the natural habitat of Cephalotaxus harringtonii?

It is found in the mountains of China and Japan

References

Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.
James Forbes (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Forbes' in the authors string.
Joseph Knight (1778-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knight' in the authors string.