Torreya taxifolia

Florida Torreya, Stinking Yew

Family: Cephalotaxaceae Plum-Yew


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 6A - 9A
Exposure Full shade to partial shade or partial sun
Bloom color None
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Screen, specimen
Height 15' to 25' / 4.60m to 7.60m
Spread 15' to 25' / 4.60m to 7.60m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Purple
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Pyramidal
Attributes and features Native to North America