Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
grueningiana
ID:
638299

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.J.P.Winkl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 12: 443 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637631

Common Names

  • Gruening's Daphne
  • Gruening's Spurge Laurel
  • Bluebells

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Description

Daphne grueningiana (also called Gruening's Daphne, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in open forests, scrub, and grasslands. It has leathery, glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Daphne grueningiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Daphne grueningiana are white or pink and have a strong scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daphne grueningiana is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet (1 m) in height. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or by layering.

Where to Find Daphne grueningiana

Daphne grueningiana is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, and Yunnan.

Daphne grueningiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphne grueningiana?

Daphne grueningiana

What is the common name of Daphne grueningiana?

Gruening's Daphne

What is the natural habitat of Daphne grueningiana?

Damp woods, scrub, and rocky slopes

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2756991: Based on the initial data import
Hubert J. P. Winkler (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.P.Winkl.' in the authors string.