Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
holosericea
ID:
638314

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) Hamaya

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 26: 85 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637646

Common Names

  • Holosericea Daphne
  • Holosericea Spurge Laurel
  • Bluebells

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Synonyms

  • Wikstroemia thibetensis (Lecomte) Domke [unknown]
  • Pentathymelaea thibetensis Lecomte [unknown]
  • Daphne holosericea thibetensis (Lecomte) Hamaya [unknown]
  • Wikstroemia holosericea Diels [unknown]
  • Daphne holosericea holosericea [unknown]
  • Wikstroemia eriophylla H.J.P.Winkl. [unknown]

Description

Daphne holosericea (also called Silky Daphne, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub 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 pink or white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Daphne holosericea is an ornamental shrub that is often used for landscaping. It has attractive pink and white flowers and is drought tolerant, making it a popular choice for gardens in dry climates. It can also be used as a hedge or screen to provide privacy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Daphne holosericea 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 holosericea 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 holosericea

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

Daphne holosericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphne holosericea?

Daphne holosericea

What is the common name of Daphne holosericea?

Velvet Daphne

What is the natural habitat of Daphne holosericea?

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-2757003: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Toshio Hamaya (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamaya' in the authors string.