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Winter Daphne (Daphne odora)

Daphne odora, Winter Daphne, is a fragrant evergreen shrub prized for its early spring blooms and glossy foliage, a popular ornamental.

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Sunlight

Prefers partial shade, especially protection from hot afternoon sun.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Amend heavy soils with compost or grit.

Temperature

Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

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

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers partial shade, especially protection from hot afternoon sun.

Can tolerate full sun if kept moist.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Ensure good drainage.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Amend heavy soils with compost or grit.

Temperature

Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures.

Protect from extreme heat and frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

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

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

0.6-1.2 m

Spread

0.9-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Variegated

Leaf Type

Evergreen

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

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Synonyms
Daphne chinensis Spreng.
Daphne japonica Thunb.
Daphne mazelii Carrière
Daphne sinensis Lam.
Daphne speciosissima Carrière
Daphne triflora Lour.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalvales
  • familyThymelaeaceae
  • genusDaphne
  • speciesDaphne odora
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 5/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 5/5

Edible

No

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