Amentotaxus assamica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cupressales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
assamica
ID:
531504
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.K.Ferguson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 40: 115. (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530836
Common Names
- Assam Yew
- Assam Yew
- Assam Yew
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Amentotaxus assamica (also called Assam catkin yew, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree that is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It has a pyramidal shape and grows to a height of 10-15 m. It is found in mountainous regions and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Amentotaxus assamica is used as an ornamental plant and has a wide variety of medicinal uses, including treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Amentotaxus assamica has small, yellow flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Amentotaxus assamica is a slow-growing coniferous evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Amentotaxus assamica
Amentotaxus assamica is native to India and Southeast Asia.
Amentotaxus assamica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amentotaxus assamica?
Amentotaxus assamica
What is the common name of Amentotaxus assamica?
Assam Yew
Where is Amentotaxus assamica found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey
Species in the Amentotaxus genus
Species in the Taxaceae family
Amentotaxus argotaenia, Amentotaxus assamica, Amentotaxus formosana, Amentotaxus poilanei, Amentotaxus yunnanensis, Amentotaxus hekouensis, Austrotaxus spicata, Pseudotaxus chienii, Taxus cuspidata, Taxus floridana, Taxus contorta, Taxus brevifolia, Taxus baccata, Taxus wallichiana, Taxus globosa, Taxus mairei, Taxus canadensis, Taxus sumatrana, Taxus florinii, Taxus calcicola, Taxus chinensis, Taxus lambertiana, Taxus phytonii, Torreya nucifera, Torreya californica, Torreya taxifolia, Torreya fargesii, Torreya jackii, Torreya grandis, Torreya parvifolia, Torreya dapanshanica,
References
David Kay Ferguson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.K.Ferguson' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Amentotaxus assamica D.K.Ferguson: Placement according to April 2023 Classification