Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
utilis
ID:
638804

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 1871: 318 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638136

Common Names

  • Daphnopsis utilis
  • Utilis Daphnopsis
  • Daphnopsis Utilis

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Synonyms

  • Daphnopsis sessiliflora Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Daphnopsis utilis (also called Utile Daphnopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall and has a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in humid forests and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Daphnopsis utilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daphnopsis utilis has small white flowers with a diameter of 1 cm and 4 petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daphnopsis utilis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and kept moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Daphnopsis utilis

Daphnopsis utilis is native to South America.

Daphnopsis utilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphnopsis utilis?

Daphnopsis utilis

What is the natural habitat of Daphnopsis utilis?

Daphnopsis utilis is found in humid forests in Central America.

What are the growth requirements of Daphnopsis utilis?

Daphnopsis utilis prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

Species in the Daphnopsis genus

Daphnopsis alainii, Daphnopsis alpestris, Daphnopsis americana, Daphnopsis angustifolia, Daphnopsis anomala, Daphnopsis bissei, Daphnopsis boliviana, Daphnopsis brasiliensis, Daphnopsis brevifolia, Daphnopsis calcicola, Daphnopsis caracasana, Daphnopsis coriacea, Daphnopsis correae, Daphnopsis costaricensis, Daphnopsis crassifolia, Daphnopsis crispotomentosa, Daphnopsis cuneata, Daphnopsis dircoides, Daphnopsis ekmanii, Daphnopsis equatorialis, Daphnopsis espinosae, Daphnopsis fasciculata, Daphnopsis ficina, Daphnopsis filipedunculata, Daphnopsis flavida, Daphnopsis folsomii, Daphnopsis gemmiflora, Daphnopsis grandis, Daphnopsis granitica, Daphnopsis granvillei, Daphnopsis guacacoa, Daphnopsis guaiquinimae, Daphnopsis hammelii, Daphnopsis helleriana, Daphnopsis hispaniolica, Daphnopsis lagunae, Daphnopsis liebmannii, Daphnopsis longipedunculata, Daphnopsis macrocarpa, Daphnopsis macrophylla, Daphnopsis malacophylla, Daphnopsis martii, Daphnopsis megacarpa, Daphnopsis mexiae, Daphnopsis mollis, Daphnopsis monocephala, Daphnopsis morii, Daphnopsis nevlingiana, Daphnopsis nevlingii, Daphnopsis oblongifolia,

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,