What is another word for Genus Torreya?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs tˈɒɹa͡ɪə] (IPA) 
Genus Torreya is a group of plants belonging to the family Taxaceae. These plants are commonly known as Torreya and have several synonyms based on their geographic distribution and morphological characteristics. Some of the common synonyms for Genus Torreya are Florida Torreya, Mexican Nutmeg, Stinking Cedar, and Chinese Nutmeg. The Florida Torreya is a rare and critically endangered species found only in Florida, while the Mexican Nutmeg is native to Mexico and Central America. Stinking Cedar is so named due to the pungent odor of its leaves, while Chinese Nutmeg is a species indigenous to China. Despite their varied synonyms, all Torreya plants are valued for their ornamental and medicinal properties.
