Taxonomy

Division:

Coniferophyta | - Conifers

Family:

Taxaceae

Genus:

Taxus

Species:

Taxus media

USDA Symbol:

TAME2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

760 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★☆☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers sheltered locations with organic matter

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–120 days

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 2-4 months; germination can be slow and erratic.