Family: Thymelaeaceae
Author: L.
Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 357 (1753)
Year: 1753
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Daphne
Vegetable: False
Observations: Europe
Description
The Garland-flower, scientifically named Daphne cneorum, is a captivating plant renowned for its ornamental value and delightful fragrance. First described in the seminal 1753 publication “Species Plantarum” by the eminent botanist Carl Linnaeus, this species has since captivated gardeners and botanists alike.
Native to Europe, the Garland-flower thrives in a variety of temperate environments, often gracing rocky slopes and well-drained soils with its presence. Belonging to the Thymelaeaceae family, this perennial shrub is valued both for its aesthetic appeal and its manageable growth pattern, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens and borders.
Daphne cneorum is distinguished by its evergreen foliage and clusters of vibrant pink flowers, which not only add a splash of color to early spring landscapes but also exude a sweet, captivating fragrance. These blooms are usually found in dense, terminal clusters, making a striking contrast against the dark green, lanceolate leaves.
Growth-wise, the Garland-flower is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal pruning and thriving best in full sun to partial shade. Its preference for well-drained, slightly alkaline soils makes it an ideal candidate for rockeries and elevated garden beds, where water does not easily accumulate. Despite its delicate appearance, this plant is fairly hardy, able to withstand colder climates once established.
Ecologically, Daphne cneorum contributes positively to its environment by providing early spring nectar for pollinators. In gardening circles, it is celebrated not just for its beauty and hardiness, but also for its resistance to common pest and disease issues, making it a reliable and enduring addition to any garden.
Overall, the Garland-flower is a plant of remarkable qualities, cherished both for its ornamental splendor and its minimal care requirements. With its roots deeply embedded in European flora, Daphne cneorum continues to enchant and inspire, bringing a touch of natural elegance to cultivated spaces.
Common Names
Eng: garland-flower, rose daphne
Deu: heideröschen, rosmarin-seidelbast
Fra: petite thymélée, thymélée des alpes
Swe: rosentibast
En: Garland-flower, Rose daphne, Garland flower
Be: Ваўчаягада баравік
Bg: Ниско бясно дърво
Ca: Dafne pirinenc, Dafne pirinenca
Cs: Lýkovec vonný
Da: Sten-Dafne
Nl: Rozemarijnpeperboompje, Steenroosje
Fi: Ruusunäsiä
Fr: Petite thymélée, Thymélée des Alpes, Daphné camélée, Camélée des Alpes, Lauréole odorante, Petit Thymélée, Thymélée
De: Heideröschen, Rosmarin-Seidelbast, Flaum-Seidelbast, Flaum-Steinröslein, Heide-Steinröslein, Reckhölderle, Tenderich, Flaumiger Seidelbast, Fluhröschen, Rosmarin Seidelbast, Wohlriechender Seidelbast
Hu: Henye boroszlán
It: Dafne odorosa, Cneoro, Fior del monte
No: Rosetysbast
Pl: Wawrzynek główkowaty, Wawrzynek główkowy
Ru: Волчеягодник боровой
Sk: Lykovec voňavý
Es: Almezerion bajo, Casia virgiliana, Coronaria, Oleandro montesino, Torbisco de los Pirineos, Torvisco de los Pirineos
Sv: Rosentibast
Uk: Во́вчі я́годи паху́чі, Вовче лико пахуче, Вовчі ягоди пахучі
Vi: Thụy hương hồng
Synonyms
- Thymelaea cneorum ((L.) Scop.)
- Daphne cneorum subsp. canescens (Gaudin)
- Laureola cneorum ((L.) Samp.)
Distribution
- Albania (native)
- Austria (native)
- Belarus (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Italy (native)
- Poland (native)
- Romania (native)
- Spain (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
Additional Images
Flower
Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 2, 2020 by nata (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 4, 2016 by Reinhard Bachmann (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Jul 17, 2021 by Julie Dubus-Baron (cc-by-sa)
Taken Dec 21, 2021 by Augusto Pettigiani (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken May 22, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Paul FABRE (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Oct 11, 2011 by Tela Botanica − daniel BARTHELEMY (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 11, 2011 by Tela Botanica − daniel BARTHELEMY (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 11, 2011 by Tela Botanica − daniel BARTHELEMY (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 11, 2011 by Tela Botanica − daniel BARTHELEMY (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 27, 2021 by Alain Bigou (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken Jun 18, 2019 by MICHEL DUSSERE (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 25, 2021 by Alessia Ottria (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 3, 2022 by miriam (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 13, 2022 by Louise Fulchiron (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 22, 2020 by Yanqian Ding (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken Dec 7, 2022 by Hannigan Kevin (cc-by-sa)
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/7150059)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:831193-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Daphne cneorum L.)
Specifications
Growth habit: Shrub
Growth
Bloom months: [‘apr’, ‘may’, ‘jun’, ‘jul’, ‘aug’]