Yew tree

Yew is the name for any bush or tree of the species Taxus. It is widespread in the northern hemisphere. Its leaves are levelled and linear dark-green, and the boughs are either upright or sprawling. Besides, it bears red berrylike fruits. The wood of some ye ws is still used to make bows and for cabinet work.

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