Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
myrtilloides
ID:
638440

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nitsche

Source:
cmp

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Beitr. Daphne : 7 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637772



Common Names

  • Myrtle Daphne
  • Myrtle Spurge
  • Fetterbush


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Description

Daphne myrtilloides (also called 'Myrtle-leaved Daphne', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Europe and parts of Asia. It has a woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. Its flowers are small and pink in color, and they are found in clusters at the end of the branches.

Uses & Benefits

Daphne myrtilloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its fragrant flowers and foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Daphne myrtilloides has white flowers with a yellow center and yellowish-green fruits. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Daphne myrtilloides is a shrub native to Europe. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer in the spring. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Daphne myrtilloides

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

Daphne myrtilloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Daphne myrtilloides?

Daphne myrtilloides

What is the family of Daphne myrtilloides?

Thymelaeaceae

What is the common name of Daphne myrtilloides?

Myrtle-leaved Daphne

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-2757126: Based on the initial data import
Walter Nitsche (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nitsche' in the authors string.