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Taxus: Introduction, Composition, Chemistry, Bio-Sources, Therapeutic Uses, and Commercial Applications

1. Introduction of Taxus Taxus, commonly known as yew, is a genus of coniferous trees and shrubs belonging to the Taxaceae family. Notable species include Taxus baccata (European yew), Taxus brevifolia (Pacific yew), and Taxus cuspidata (Japanese yew). Taxus is widely recognized for its medicinal properties, particularly for producing paclitaxel (Taxol), a highly effective chemotherapy […]