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Daphne tangutica (Daphne tangutica)

Daphne tangutica is a compact, evergreen shrub celebrated for its fragrant pink to purple flowers appearing in late spring and early summer.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-20 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-1 m

Spread

0.5-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Evergreen

Flower Size

1.5-2 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalvales
  • familyThymelaeaceae
  • genusDaphne
  • speciesDaphne tangutica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 7/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 7/5

Edible

No

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