Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
modesta
ID:
638429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rehder

Source:
cmp

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 2: 511 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637761

Common Names

  • Daphne modesta
  • Modest Daphne
  • Fragrant Daphne

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Description

Daphne modesta (also called 'Modest Daphne', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe and parts of Asia. It has a woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. Its flowers are small and pink in color, and they are found in clusters at the end of the branches.

Uses & Benefits

Daphne modesta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its fragrant flowers and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daphne modesta has small, white, fragrant flowers that grow in clusters of up to 10. The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daphne modesta is a small evergreen shrub that is native to Europe. It prefers a cool climate and partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix that is high in organic matter. It should be fertilized regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by cuttings or by layering.

Where to Find Daphne modesta

Daphne modesta is native to China and can be found in deciduous forests and scrublands in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Sichuan, and Zhejiang.

Daphne modesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphne modesta?

Daphne modesta

What type of plant is Daphne modesta?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Daphne modesta grow?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea

Species in the Daphne genus

Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana, Daphne brevituba, Daphne caucasica, Daphne championii, Daphne chingshuishaniana, Daphne cneorum, Daphne depauperata, Daphne domini, Daphne erosiloba, Daphne esquirolii, Daphne feddei, Daphne formosana, Daphne gemmata, Daphne genkwa, Daphne giraldii, Daphne glomerata, Daphne gnidioides, Daphne gnidium, Daphne gracilis, Daphne grueningiana, Daphne hauseri, Daphne hendersonii, Daphne holosericea, Daphne houtteana, Daphne jarmilae, Daphne jasminea, Daphne jezoensis, Daphne juraseki, Daphne kamtschatica, Daphne kingdon-wardii, Daphne kiusiana, Daphne kosaninii, Daphne kurdica, Daphne laureola, Daphne limprichtii, Daphne longilobata, Daphne ludlowii, Daphne luzonica, Daphne macrantha, Daphne malyana,

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

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