Yew tree

Yew tree

　　A species of the genus Taxus in the family Taxaceae, the yew is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 20 meters tall. It is dioecious and grows in mixed forests at altitudes between 2,000 and 3,500 meters. The wood is of high quality and is used in construction, furniture, and utensils. Its extract, paclitaxel, has anti-cancer properties. It is a first-class protected tree species in Yunnan Province, naturally distributed in the Baoshan area, including the city of Baoshan and Tengchong County. (Baoshan)