419 observationsCritically Endangered
Florida torreya
Torreya taxifolia
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae βΊPhylum: Tracheophyta βΊClass: Pinopsida βΊOrder: Pinales βΊFamily: Taxaceae βΊGenus: Torreya
About
Torreya taxifolia, commonly known as the Florida nutmeg, Florida torreya, gopher wood, stinking yew, or stinking cedar (although not a true yew or cedar), is a rare and endangered tree of the yew family found in the Southeastern United States, at the state border region of northern Florida and southwestern Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Florida torreya is Torreya taxifolia.
- Florida torreya belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- Florida torreya belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- Florida torreya belongs to the class Pinopsida.
- Florida torreya belongs to the order Pinales.
- Florida torreya belongs to the family Taxaceae.
- Florida torreya belongs to the genus Torreya.