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Yew or Dark-Green Spreader Yew
Scientific name
Taxus media
Common name
Yew, dark-green spreader yew
Type
Outdoor plant
Toxicity: 3-4
Ingestion in large amounts can cause serious effects. These plants are known to cause problems in animals.
Toxic parts
All parts
Description
- Evergreen shrub
- Thin, dark-green, needle-like leaves
- Bark on branches is thin and scaly
24-hour Poison Control Center hotline: 1-800-222-1222
Disclaimer
The list of poisonous plants on this website does not necessarily include every poisonous plant that is known or that might be found in a home or yard. The University of Kansas Health System does not advise eating any of the plants listed on this website. We discourage the use of any of these plants for self medication. The information on this site is taken from literature, and the degree of reliability is unknown. In case of accidental exposure or ingestion, contact the Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222.