Daphnandra micrantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
638094
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tul.) Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 5: 285 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637426
Common Names
- Daphnandra Micrantha
- Small-flowered Daphne
- Bluebells
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- Atherosperma micranthum Tul. [unknown]
Description
Daphnandra micrantha (also called Small-flowered Daphnandra, among many other common names) is a species of perennial plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in humid forests at elevations of 500–1000 m. It has a short, creeping rhizome with short, cylindrical pseudobulbs and a single, apical leaf. The flowers are small and white in color.
Uses & Benefits
Daphnandra micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Daphnandra micrantha has small, white flowers with yellow anthers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Daphnandra micrantha is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings of the stems in spring or summer and rooting them in moist, well-drained soil. Division of the plant can also be done in spring or summer. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Daphnandra micrantha
Daphnandra micrantha can be found in China.
Daphnandra micrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daphnandra micrantha?
Daphnandra micrantha
What is the common name of Daphnandra micrantha?
Small-flowered Daphne
Where is Daphnandra micrantha native to?
Australia
Species in the Daphnandra genus
Species in the Atherospermataceae family
Atherosperma dilatatum, Atherosperma elongatum, Atherosperma moschatum, Atherosperma muticum, Atherosperma tasmanicum, Daphnandra apatela, Daphnandra johnsonii, Daphnandra melasmena, Daphnandra dielsii, Daphnandra micrantha, Daphnandra repandula, Daphnandra tenuipes, Doryphora aromatica, Doryphora sassafras, Dryadodaphne trachyphloia, Dryadodaphne crassa, Dryadodaphne novoguineensis, Laurelia sempervirens, Laurelia novae-zelandiae, Nemuaron vieillardii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2756798: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.