Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 357 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637846
Common Names
- Pontica Daphne
- Daphne Pontica
- Pontica Spurge
Description
Daphne pontica (also called 'Pontic 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 pontica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its fragrant flowers and foliage.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Daphne pontica sub. haematocarpa Woronow
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Daphne pontica has white flowers with a yellow center and yellowish-green fruits. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Daphne pontica is a shrub native to Europe. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer in the spring. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Daphne pontica
Daphne pontica can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.
Daphne pontica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daphne pontica?
Daphne pontica
What is the family of Daphne pontica?
Thymelaeaceae
What is the common name of Daphne pontica?
Pontic Daphne
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,