Taxonomy

Division:

Coniferophyta | - Conifers

Family:

Taxaceae

Genus:

Torreya

Species:

Torreya jackii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

1200 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy; germination is often slow and erratic.

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