There are many species of yew bushes, all of which belong to the genus Taxus. Here are the Latin names for some common yew varieties: Taxus cuspidata (Japanese Yew) Taxus baccata 'Repandens' (Spreading English Yew) Taxus baccata 'Fastigiata' (Irish Yew) Taxus × media 'Hicksii' (Hicks Yew) There are many species of yew bushes, all of which belong to the genus Taxus. Here are the Latin names for some common yew varieties: Taxus cuspidata (Japanese Yew) Taxus baccata 'Repandens' (Spreading English Yew) Taxus baccata 'Fastigiata' (Irish Yew) Taxus × media 'Hicksii' (Hicks Yew)