Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
caucasica
ID:
638196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pall.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1784

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ross. 1(1): 53 (1784)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637528

Common Names

  • Caucasica Daphne
  • Daphne Caucasica
  • Caucasica Laurel

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Synonyms

  • Daphne cneorum Gueldenst. ex Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Daphne euphorbioides Pusch. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Daphne salicifolia Lam. [unknown]
  • Daphne caucasica cognata K.Koch [unknown]
  • Daphne caucasica caucasica [unknown]

Description

Daphne caucasica (also called Caucasian Daphne, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Thymelaeaceae. It is native to the Caucasus Mountains and is found in forests, grasslands, and rocky areas. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are dark green in color and can reach up to 5 cm in length. The flowers are small and white and have four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Daphne caucasica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Daphne caucasica sub. axilliflora (Keissl.) Halda

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daphne caucasica 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 full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Daphne caucasica

Daphne caucasica can be found in the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe.

Daphne caucasica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphne caucasica?

Daphne caucasica

What is the common name of Daphne caucasica?

Caucasian Daphne

Where is Daphne caucasica native to?

Caucasus

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