Daphne x hybrida Lindl.
Probably a hybrid between Daphne collina Sm., which see, and Daphne odora Thunb., which see. Fully hardy, small, bushy shrub with the beauty and fragrance of Daphne odora, with reddish-purple, very fragrant flowers almost throughout the year in favourable conditions, but particularly in spring and autumn. To 1.2m. [RHSD, Hortus].
Horticultural & Botanical History
‘With this plant we are acquainted only through the information of Mr. William Rogers, Nurseryman, of Southampton, who gives the following account of it: “It is called by the French Florists Daphne Delphinium, but nothing is known of its origin. It approaches nearest to D. odora and oleafolia, but differs from both of them in its leaves, and its darker, longer and more fragrant flowers. It is in blossom almost all the year, and is stated to be quite hardy. To us it appears intermediate between D. odora and D. collina. At all events it is a desirable plant, on account of its delicious fragrance.’ [BR f.1177/1828]. Introduced to Britain in 1827. [PD].
History at Camden Park
Received per ‘Sovereign’ February 1831 [MP A2948] and listed in all published catalogues [T.375/1843].
Notes
Published Mar 12, 2009 - 03:40 PM | Last updated Mar 05, 2010 - 05:26 PM
| Family | Thymelaeaceae |
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| Category | |
| Region of origin | Garden origin, probably France |
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| Common Name | Daphne Delphinium |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | Daphne hybrida |
| Confidence level | high |
