Cephalotaxus nana
Cephalotaxus nana, commonly known as the Dwarf Yew, is a resilient evergreen shrub native to East Asian forests. Renowned for its dense foliage and unique botanical characteristics, this medicinal plant is studied for its potential bioactive compounds, offering significant interest in pharmacological research and traditional herbal medicine applications.
- Scientific name: Cephalotaxus nana
- Family: Cephalotaxaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Pinidae and the order Pinales. Finally, it is a member of the family Cephalotaxaceae and falls under the genus Cephalotaxus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Pinidae | WCVP |
| Order | Pinales | WCVP |
| Family | Cephalotaxaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Cephalotaxus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Cephalotaxus nana, is referred to by several common names in Chinese, including 矮三尖杉 (zh), 矮三尖杉 (zh-hans), and 矮三尖杉 (zh-cn).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 矮三尖杉 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 矮三尖杉 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 矮三尖杉 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range across several regions within East Asia. In China, its presence is noted throughout the South-Central and Southeast territories. Moving further east, the species can be found growing in the natural landscapes of Japan. Its distribution also extends to the Korean Peninsula. Together, these locations define the primary geographical footprint of Cephalotaxus nana.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Japan | WCVP |
| Eastern Asia | Korea | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Cephalotaxus nana, is a coniferous species where the reproductive structures play a key role in its biological cycle. While the foliage is often the most visible part of the tree, the fruits are distinct, appearing as fleshy, berry-like structures known as arils that surround the seed. These specialized parts are essential for seed dispersal and represent a characteristic feature of the genus in its natural habitat.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fruits | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |