Baccata Collection

Yew tree, Taxus baccata
5856185 Yew tree, Taxus baccata; (add.info.: Yew tree, Taxus baccata. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora), Stockholm

European yew tree, Taxus baccata. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837

Datil yucca or banana yucca, Yucca baccata. Chromolithograph by L. Stroobant after an illustration by P. de Pannemaeker from Jean Lindens l Illustration Horticole, Brussels, 1873

English yew tree or European yew, Taxus baccata. Handcoloured stipple engraving after an illustration by Pierre-Joseph Redoute from Henri Louis Duhamel du Monceaus Traite des Arbres et Arbustes

Black huckleberry, Gaylussacia baccata (Red-flowered clammy whortle-berry, Vaccinium resinosum). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F. Sansom Jr

Yew tree, Taxus baccata. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880

English yew tree, Taxus baccata. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Curtis British Entomology Plate 18
Diptera: Empis borealis (Northern Empis) [Plant: Taxus baccata (Yew Tree)] Date: 1824-39

yew (taxus baccata)
Antique illustration of yew (taxus baccata)

Common yew tree in the garden of La Chasse, Trinity, Jersey

Yew trunk
Ancient yew trunk near base of tree. Dorset, UK May 2009

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"Baccata: The Versatile European Yew Tree and its Botanical Relatives" The baccata, scientifically known as Taxus baccata, is a remarkable tree species that holds great significance in various ecosystems. Found predominantly in Europe, this evergreen coniferous tree has earned its reputation for both its aesthetic appeal and practical uses. One of the notable members of the baccata family is the Datil yucca or banana yucca (Yucca baccata). Native to the arid regions of North America, it showcases stunning clusters of creamy white flowers atop tall stalks. Its fibrous leaves have been traditionally used by indigenous communities for crafting baskets and ropes. Another close relative is the English yew tree or European yew (Taxus baccata), renowned for its dark green foliage and red berries. This ancient tree has stood witness to centuries of history and holds cultural significance across Europe. Its wood was once highly sought after for making longbows during medieval times. In Curtis British Entomology Plate 18, we catch a glimpse into the intricate world of insects thriving on these trees' branches. This artwork beautifully captures nature's interconnectedness with these majestic plants. Additionally, we encounter Gaylussacia baccata or black huckleberry—a shrub bearing small edible berries that are cherished by wildlife and humans alike. These delicious fruits find their way into jams, pies, and even medicinal remedies due to their high antioxidant content. The common juniper (Juniperus communis) also shares similarities with our protagonist—the baccatas—through their evergreen foliage but differs in appearance with blueish-purple berry-like cones adorning its branches instead. Lastly, let us not forget about La Chasse garden's common yew tree in Trinity, Jersey—an enchanting sight where Taxus baccata thrives gracefully amidst lush surroundings. It serves as a reminder of how these trees can enhance the beauty of our landscapes and provide a haven for wildlife.