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Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen
Agriculture
Abstract
This document provides an overview of Taxus floridana, commonly known as Florida Yew. It describes the plant’s characteristics, including its height, spread, and foliage, which consists of dark green needles. The document also covers the plant’s growth requirements, such as partial shade and well-drained soil, and its moderate drought tolerance. Additionally, it highlights the plant’s uses in landscaping, including as a specimen, hedge, or foundation planting, and offers tips for maintaining its health and appearance. The document emphasizes the importance of conserving this native species, which is found only in a small area of north Florida. Original publication date October 1999.
About this Publication
This document is FPS-573, one of a series of the Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date October 1999. Revised October 2023. Visit the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication.
About the Authors
Edward F. Gilman, professor emeritus; Ryan W. Klein, assistant professor, arboriculture; and Gail Hansen, professor, sustainable landscape design; Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, Gainesville, FL 32611.
How to Cite
Gilman, E. (2007). Taxus floridana Florida Yew. EDIS, 2007(15). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-fp573-1999


