Daphniphyllum macropodum

Daphniphyllum macropodum

Synonymes: Daphniphyllum himalayensis ssp. macropodum
Vernacular name: large-stalked daphniphyllum
Family: Daphniphyllaceae

Large shrub or small Asian tree, evergreen, with foliage resembling Rhododendrons. Pink to purple clustered axillary flowers. Height from 2.5m to 3m.

Classification

Trees and shrubs

Leaf color

  • Pink
  • Green

Ground type

  • Acidic
  • Neutral

Climate

Zone 8: from -12°C to -7°C

Interesting plant

  • In spring
  • In winter

Sizes

3 to 5m
1 to 2m

Flower color

  • Pink
  • Red

Exposure

  • Sheltered winds
  • Sunny
  • Part shade

Use in the garden

  • Parterre
  • Undergrowth

Notable interests:

  • Evergreen
  • Flower