Botanical Overview
Himalayan Yew (Taxus wallichiana) is a species in the Taxaceae family. This species belongs to the Taxaceae family, a group of flowering plants. Phytochemical data for this species are limited at present.
General Description
The species has a variety of uses in traditional medicine. It is currently classified as endangered by the IUCN.
Family Context
The Taxaceae family is widely distributed. Notable medicinal members include:
- Common Yew — 29 documented uses
- Yew — 4 documented uses
- Yew — 2 documented uses
Geographic Distribution
Himalayan Yew has been recorded in 10 countries and territories worldwide, including Bhutan, China, Indonesia, India, Myanmar, and others.
Active Compounds
Phytochemical research has identified 2 compounds in this species: 12-dehydrodeglycosyl-icariside-b-4, deglycosyl-icariside-b-4.
Research Status
Although this species has documented phytochemical constituents, its ethnobotanical and clinical documentation remains incomplete. The limited documentation available for this species represents an opportunity for ethnobotanical research.