Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
aurantiaca
ID:
638142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 5: 285 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637474

Common Names

  • Aurantiaca Daphne
  • Daphne Aurantiaca
  • Aurantiaca Laurel

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Synonyms

  • Daphne aurantiaca calcicola (W.W.Sm.) Halda [unknown]
  • Daphne calcicola W.W.Sm. [unknown]
  • Wikstroemia aurantiaca (Diels) Domke [unknown]
  • Wikstroemia aurantiaca pulvinata Domke [unknown]
  • Wikstroemia calcicola (W.W.Sm.) Domke [unknown]

Description

Daphne aurantiaca (also called Orange Daphne, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Japan. It has small, oval leaves and produces orange flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Daphne aurantiaca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Daphne aurantiaca are small, white and fragrant. Seed: The seeds of Daphne aurantiaca are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Daphne aurantiaca are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daphne aurantiaca is an evergreen shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining soil. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Daphne aurantiaca

Daphne aurantiaca can be found in China.

Daphne aurantiaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphne aurantiaca?

Daphne aurantiaca

What is the common name of Daphne aurantiaca?

Orange-flowered Daphne

Where is Daphne aurantiaca native to?

Japan

Species in the Daphne genus

Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana, Daphne brevituba, Daphne caucasica, Daphne championii, Daphne chingshuishaniana, Daphne cneorum, Daphne depauperata, Daphne domini, Daphne erosiloba, Daphne esquirolii, Daphne feddei, Daphne formosana, Daphne gemmata, Daphne genkwa, Daphne giraldii, Daphne glomerata, Daphne gnidioides, Daphne gnidium, Daphne gracilis, Daphne grueningiana, Daphne hauseri, Daphne hendersonii, Daphne holosericea, Daphne houtteana, Daphne jarmilae, Daphne jasminea, Daphne jezoensis, Daphne juraseki, Daphne kamtschatica, Daphne kingdon-wardii, Daphne kiusiana, Daphne kosaninii, Daphne kurdica, Daphne laureola, Daphne limprichtii, Daphne longilobata, Daphne ludlowii, Daphne luzonica, Daphne macrantha, Daphne malyana,

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,

References