Taxus chinensis


Taxus chinensis is a species of yew. It is commonly called the Chinese yew, though this term also refers to Taxus celebica or Taxus sumatrana.
Taxifolin can be found in Taxus chinensis var. mairei.
This plant is used against cancer.
Paclitaxel or Taxol can be produced. The tree can also be used in many other ways and is under special protection of national and international laws.