Torreya nucifera

Japanese Nutmeg, Japanese Torreya

Family: Cephalotaxaceae Plum-Yew


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 6A - 8A
Exposure Full shade to partial shade or partial sun
Bloom color n/a
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Border, espalier, screen, specimen
Height 25' to 50' / 7.60m to 15.20m
Spread 15' to 25' / 4.60m to 7.60m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Green
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Pyramidal