Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
589553

Status:
valid

Authors:
van der Werff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78: 409 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588885

Common Names

  • Caryodaphnopsis tomentosa
  • Tomentose Daphne
  • Tomentose Laurel

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Description

Caryodaphnopsis tomentosa (also called Downy Daphne, Downy Daphne, and Downy 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 tomentosa 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 tomentosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caryodaphnopsis tomentosa is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Caryodaphnopsis tomentosa

Caryodaphnopsis tomentosa is native to Southeast Asia.

Caryodaphnopsis tomentosa FAQ

What is the common name of Caryodaphnopsis tomentosa?

Tomentose Daphne

What is the growth rate of Caryodaphnopsis tomentosa?

Medium growth rate

What is the natural habitat of Caryodaphnopsis tomentosa?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2701898: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.