Taxonomy

Division:

Coniferophyta | - Conifers

Family:

Taxaceae

Genus:

Torreya

Species:

Torreya californica

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

More than 40 ft

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

White

Native Range

United States: California, Oregon

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 shaded areas in native habitat

Germination Information