Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
henryi
ID:
589546

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1940: 75 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588878

Common Names

  • Caryodaphnopsis henryi
  • Henry's Daphne
  • Henry's Laurel

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Synonyms

  • Persea henryi (Airy Shaw) Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Nothaphoebe tonkinensis brevipedicelata H.Liu [unknown]

Description

Caryodaphnopsis henryi (also called Henry's Daphne, Henry Daphne, and Henry's Laurel, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 meters tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is typically found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Caryodaphnopsis henryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a stabilizer for sand dunes. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caryodaphnopsis henryi has small white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caryodaphnopsis henryi is a shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 m (6 ft). It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is typically done by seed, although cuttings can be taken from mature plants. The seeds should be planted in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and can withstand cold temperatures.

Where to Find Caryodaphnopsis henryi

Caryodaphnopsis henryi is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Caryodaphnopsis henryi FAQ

What is the common name of Caryodaphnopsis henryi?

Henry's Daphne

What is the growth rate of Caryodaphnopsis henryi?

Medium growth rate

What is the natural habitat of Caryodaphnopsis henryi?

Moist soils in woodlands and along streams

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References