Saxegothaea conspicua
Prince Albert's Yew
Also known as: Squamataxus albertiana J.Nelson
- Squamataxus albertiana J.Nelson
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Podocarpaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Saxegothaea conspicua (commonly known as Prince Albert's Yew) is a coniferous tree within the Podocarpaceae family. It naturally occurs in South America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Conifer
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina South, Chile Central, Chile South