Status:
valid
Authors:
Kalen.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 22(I): 311 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637902
Common Names
- Sophia Daphne
- Daphne Sophia
- Sophia Spurge
Synonyms
- Daphne oleoides Tscherniaeff ex Meisn. [unknown]
Description
Daphne sophia (also called Sophia's Daphne, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub, growing up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in open forests and scrub at altitudes of 1500-3000 m. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate, 2-4 cm long, and the flowers are white, fragrant, and borne in clusters.
Uses & Benefits
Daphne sophia is an ornamental shrub that is often used in gardens and parks. It has fragrant flowers and is often used in floral arrangements. The leaves can be used to make a tea that has been used to treat digestive ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Daphne sophia has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Daphne sophia is a small evergreen shrub that is native to Europe. It prefers a cool climate and partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix that is high in organic matter. It should be fertilized regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Daphne sophia
Daphne sophia is native to the Mediterranean region.
Daphne sophia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daphne sophia?
Daphne sophia
What is the common name of Daphne sophia?
Sophia's Daphne
Where is Daphne sophia native to?
Eastern Europe
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,