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Lilac Daphne

Daphne genkwa

Field notes

Daphne genkwa is a deciduous shrub and one of the 50 fundamental herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine, where it has the name yuán huā (Chinese: 芫花).

The plant was discovered by the prolific British plant collector Charles Maries (1851–1902).

Key traits

Layer: Shrubs
Light: Full sun Part shade
Moisture: Well drained Moist
Soil: Sand Loam Clay
Soil pH: Acid Neutral
Drought tolerant: Yes
Deer resistant: Yes
Resists: Diseases Heat
Habit: Erect Mounding Open
Plant type: Poisonous Shrub

From NC State Extension.