Daphniphyllum griffithianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griffithianum
ID:
806321
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wight) Noltie
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Regnum Veg. 145: 246 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805655
Common Names
- Daphniphyllum griffithianum
- Griffith's Daphniphyllum
- Daphniphyllum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Daphniphyllum griffithianum (also called 'Griffith's Daphniphyllum', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub of the Daphniphyllaceae family. It has leathery, glossy leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to China and grows in moist, well-drained soils in temperate forests. It is often found in valleys, along streams, and in other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Daphniphyllum griffithianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Daphniphyllum griffithianum is a white, bell-shaped bloom with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin, green stalks with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Daphniphyllum griffithianum is a species of evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings taken from the tips of the branches. Seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Daphniphyllum griffithianum
Daphniphyllum griffithianum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Daphniphyllum griffithianum FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Daphniphyllum griffithianum?
Daphniphyllum griffithianum prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)
How much light does Daphniphyllum griffithianum need?
Daphniphyllum griffithianum prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Daphniphyllum griffithianum?
Water Daphniphyllum griffithianum when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.
Species in the Daphniphyllum genus
Daphniphyllum griffithianum, Daphniphyllum atrobadium, Daphniphyllum beddomei, Daphniphyllum borneense, Daphniphyllum buchananiifolium, Daphniphyllum calycinum, Daphniphyllum celebense, Daphniphyllum ceramense, Daphniphyllum chartaceum, Daphniphyllum dichotomum, Daphniphyllum glaucescens, Daphniphyllum gracile, Daphniphyllum himalayense, Daphniphyllum luzonense, Daphniphyllum macropodum, Daphniphyllum majus, Daphniphyllum neilgherrense, Daphniphyllum papuanum, Daphniphyllum parvifolium, Daphniphyllum paxianum, Daphniphyllum pentandrum, Daphniphyllum scortechinii, Daphniphyllum subverticillatum, Daphniphyllum sumatraense, Daphniphyllum teysmannii, Daphniphyllum timorianum, Daphniphyllum woodsonianum, Daphniphyllum yunnanense, Daphniphyllum himalense,
Species in the Daphniphyllaceae family
Daphniphyllum griffithianum, Daphniphyllum atrobadium, Daphniphyllum beddomei, Daphniphyllum borneense, Daphniphyllum buchananiifolium, Daphniphyllum calycinum, Daphniphyllum celebense, Daphniphyllum ceramense, Daphniphyllum chartaceum, Daphniphyllum dichotomum, Daphniphyllum glaucescens, Daphniphyllum gracile, Daphniphyllum himalayense, Daphniphyllum luzonense, Daphniphyllum macropodum, Daphniphyllum majus, Daphniphyllum neilgherrense, Daphniphyllum papuanum, Daphniphyllum parvifolium, Daphniphyllum paxianum, Daphniphyllum pentandrum, Daphniphyllum scortechinii, Daphniphyllum subverticillatum, Daphniphyllum sumatraense, Daphniphyllum teysmannii, Daphniphyllum timorianum, Daphniphyllum woodsonianum, Daphniphyllum yunnanense, Daphniphyllum himalense,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-343943: Based on the initial data import
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Henry John Noltie (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Noltie' in the authors string.