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European Yew
| Property | European Yew Taxus baccata |
|---|---|
| Type | Softwood |
| Cost | $$$ · Premium |
| Hardness | 1520 lbf |
| Workability | Fair |
| Seasonal movement | Small |
| Outdoor-friendly | Yes |
| Origin | Imported (Europe) |
| Commonly built | Turned bowls, Furniture accents, Walking sticks |
| Overview | An unusually dense, flexible softwood historically prized for longbows and now for turning and fine furniture accents. |