Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
kurdica
ID:
638357

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 28(2): 498 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637689

Common Names

  • Kurdica Daphne
  • Kurdica Spurge Laurel
  • Bluebells

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Synonyms

  • Daphne oleoides kurdica Bornm. [unknown]

Description

Daphne kurdica (also called Kurdish 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 kurdica is used for ornamental purposes, as a hedge or as a ground cover. It is also used to make tea and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daphne kurdica has small, white, fragrant flowers that grow in clusters of up to 10. The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daphne kurdica is a shrub native to Turkey. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Daphne kurdica

Daphne kurdica is native to Turkey and can be found in deciduous forests, scrublands, and rocky outcrops.

Daphne kurdica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphne kurdica?

Daphne kurdica

What is the common name of Daphne kurdica?

Kurdish Daphne

What is the natural habitat of Daphne kurdica?

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,