Plum Yew

Cephalotaxus Harringtonia

Cephalotaxaceae

Common names: Japanese Plum Yew, Cow's Tail Pine

Cephalotaxus Harringtonia, is most commonly known as the Japanese Plum Yew. It was introduced to Europe as an ornamental evergreen in the late nineteenth century. As the name implies, its range includes Japan as well as parts of China and Korea. It is a low bush but is capable of becoming a small tree. The bark is gray and peels in small strips.