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Wellesley yew

Taxus × media

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Pinopsida ›Order: Pinales ›Family: Taxaceae ›Genus: Taxus

About

Taxus × media, more commonly known as the Anglojap yew or simply Taxus media, is a conifer (more specifically, a yew) created by the hybridization of yew species Taxus baccata and Taxus cuspidata. This hybridization was thought to have been performed by the Massachusetts-based horticulturalist T.D. Hatfield in the early 1900s.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Wellesley yew?
The scientific name of Wellesley yew is Taxus × media.
What kingdom does Wellesley yew belong to?
Wellesley yew belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Wellesley yew belong to?
Wellesley yew belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Wellesley yew belong to?
Wellesley yew belongs to the class Pinopsida.
What order does Wellesley yew belong to?
Wellesley yew belongs to the order Pinales.
What family does Wellesley yew belong to?
Wellesley yew belongs to the family Taxaceae.
What genus does Wellesley yew belong to?
Wellesley yew belongs to the genus Taxus.