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Flax-Leaved Daphne (Daphne gnidium)

Daphne gnidium, the Flax-leaved Daphne, is an evergreen Mediterranean shrub with fragrant white flowers and slender leaves.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Watering

Water moderately when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperatures are between 15-25 °C. Tolerates cooler temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Water moderately when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperatures are between 15-25 °C. Tolerates cooler temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lanceolate, linear

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

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Synonyms
Laureola gnidium (L.) Samp.
Mistralia gnidium (L.) Fourr.
Thymelaea gnidium (L.) All.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalvales
  • familyThymelaeaceae
  • genusDaphne
  • speciesDaphne gnidium
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 7/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 7/5

Edible

No

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