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Daphne odora Winter daphne Evergreen shrub (1 Page of 5) The Daphne odora plant species is found in E. Asia - W. China. It is a member of the Thymelaeaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Winter daphne. Some home gardeners know the variety as D. indica. Hort. D. japonica. Paxton. D. sinensis. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Daphne odora Common Name: Winter daphne Family: Thymelaeaceae Author: Thunb. Known Hazards: All parts of the plant are poisonous[200]. Skin contact with the sap can cause dermatitis in some people[65, 200]. Mature Height: 1.5 Mature Width: 1.5 Habitat: In the shade of upland trees around 1000 metres[147].
Cultivation Notes: Prefers a cool, lime-free well-drained friable soil[1] and some shelter from cold winds[166]. Succeeds in full sun or semi-shade[219].
This species is not generally hardy in Britain[1] but succeeds outdoors in Devon and Cornwall[11], tolerating temperatures down to about -5°c[200]. The cultivar 'Aureo-marginata' is hardy to about -13°c when grown in a very well-drained soil and it succeeds outdoors at Wisley[200]. Plants can be difficult to establish[208].
A very ornamental plant, a number of named forms have been developed for their ornamental value[182]. The flowers are powerfully fragrant with a spicy undertone[245].
Plants seldom set fruit in British gardens[219].
Plants are resentful of root disturbance and should be planted into their permanent positions as soon as possible[188].
This species is often affected by virus diseases. Some virus-free clones have been produced, their name is normally followed by the letters FKV (free of all known virus)[184].
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