Botanical Index No. 765

Pacific Yew

taxus brevifolia

Medicinal Actions

Analysis pending research update.

Primary Conditions Treated

Cancer breast cervix ovary skin Debility Dysuria Enterosis Fever Gastrosis Hematuria Hepatosis Melanoma Metastasis Pain Pulmonosis Rheumatism Stomachache Sunburn Tumor Wound

General Dosage

Not appropriate for home use.

Safety & Contraindications

Not covered. Very poisonous plant, causing colic, dry mouth, dyspnea, hypotension, mydriasis, paleness, queasiness, rash, reddening or blueness of the lips, unconsciousness, vertigo, and vomiting. Death may result from asphyxiation and diastolic cardiac arrest. 50–100 g fresh needles can kill an adult. Fatalities reported from drinking yew tea.