Florida Yew, also known as Taxus floridana, is a type of evergreen tree native to Florida, the southeastern United States. It is also commonly referred to as the Southern Yew or Florida Torreya. The tree can grow up to 50 feet tall and has a conical shape. Its leaves are dark green, sharp, and needle-like, and the bark is usually grayish-brown. The Florida Yew is an important ornamental tree because of its striking appearance. It is also valued for its medicinal properties, being used to treat various diseases. Other synonyms for Florida Yew include Torreya floridana, Taxus canadensis, and Taxus baccata.