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Thymelaeaceae
Daphne Odora
Daphne odora
Glory and sweetness.
- Family
- Thymelaeaceae
- Genus
- Daphne
- Native to
- China, Japan, Korea
- Bloom season
- Late Winter, Early Spring
- Type
- Evergreen shrub
- Height
- 1-1.5 meters
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil
- Well-drained, slightly acidic
- Water
- Moderate
- Hardiness
- 7-9
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Did you know
- Daphne odora is considered one of the most fragrant plants in the world, detectable from many meters away.
- The cultivar 'Aureomarginata' with gold-edged leaves is hardier than the plain green-leaved species.
- Despite its heavenly scent, all parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested.
- It has been cultivated in Chinese gardens for over a thousand years.
- Daphne odora is notoriously temperamental and can suddenly die after years of healthy growth.
Color meanings
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Sweetness
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Gentle beauty
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Desire