How to identify Tangut daphne (Daphne tangutica)
Tangut daphne displays a hardy and forthright character with its simple, glossy foliage. The leaves are leathery, with a deep green hue, each spanning 1-3 inches (2.5-7.6 cm) in length. In a grand display, tangut daphne reveals clusters of fragrant flowers nestled at the terminals. These blooms brandish a charming purple-pink on the exterior, while the interior is a delicate white brushed with a pink tinge. Post-blossom, the plant produces bright red drupes, which serve as a beacon to birds, encapsulated in a dense cluster approximately 3 inches (7.6 cm) across. This plant thrives in the generous light of full sun to the dappled shade, favoring moist, well-drained soils.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Shrub
Leaf Type: Evergreen
Leaves are leathery, deep green, 1-3 inches (2.5-7.6 cm) long with inconspicuous veins.
Fragrant flowers in terminal clusters, purple-pink exterior petals, white interior with pink tinge.
Bright red drupes, small fleshy fruit 0.4 inches (1 cm) diameter, visually appealing to birds.
Dense clusters of 3-inch (7.6 cm) bright red drupes post-blossom in late summer.
Thrive in full sun to dappled shade, favor moist, well-drained soils.
The leaves of tangut daphne are simple, leathery, and shiny with a deep green color. They measure between 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.6 cm) in length. These leaves have a smooth texture and are robust with a sturdy structure. The veins are typically inconspicuous, merging well with the overall glossy surface. Their elliptical to lance-shaped form with slightly pointed tips helps in easy identification, coupled with their characteristic leathery feel.
The flowers of tangut daphne bloom in dense, terminal clusters about 3 inches (7.6 cm) across. These fragrant blossoms feature a stunning contrast in color: the exterior petals are purple-pink, while the interior displays a white hue with a pink or purple tinge. Petals are arranged tightly in clusters, and their fragrance is notable. The bright red drupe enhances the visual appeal when the flowers are in bloom during the late spring to early summer.
The fruit of tangut daphne is a bright red drupe, a small fleshy fruit approximately 0.4 inches (1 cm) in diameter, with a smooth and glossy surface. As a typical characteristic of drupes, it contains a single central seed, encased within a hard endocarp. The vibrant coloration makes it visually appealing to birds, which play a crucial role in seed dispersal. This berry-like pome matures in late summer to autumn and persists into winter, offering a striking contrast against the foliage. Its succulent texture is evident upon gentle pressure.
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Scientific Classification of Tangut daphne
