spurgelaurel USDA PLANTS Symbol: DALA11
U.S. Nativity: Exotic
Habit: Hardwood Trees Shrub or Subshrub
Daphne laureola L.
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Taxonomic Rank: Magnoliopsida: Myrtales: Thymelaeaceae
Synonym(s): spurge laurel
Native Range: S. Europe, W. Asia (REHD, BAIL);
Appearance
Daphne laureola is an evergreen shrub that can grow from 2-4 ft. (0.61-1.2 m) tall.
Foliage
Leaves are whorled, dark green, 1-5 in. (2.5-12.7 cm) long, thick, smooth, and shiny. Stem bark is gray to yellowish in color.
Flowers
Flowers are found in clusters of 2 to 10 small, fragrant, and pale green with orange stamens. Blooming occurs from late January to early April.
Fruit
Fruits are oval black to bluish berries containing a single seed. Berries ripen in early summer. Plant reproduces by seed as well as by root sprouts.
Ecological Threat
Daphne laureola grows best is areas with partial to deep shading such as woodlands. It is native to Europe and the Mediterranean. Be aware, this plant is poisonous to humans and can cause contact dermatitis when touched.
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Flower(s); sprout; flower
Robert Vidéki, Doronicum Kft., Bugwood.org
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Flower(s); sprout; flower
Robert Vidéki, Doronicum Kft., Bugwood.org
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Tree(s); fruit; leaf
Robert Vidéki, Doronicum Kft., Bugwood.org
Additional Resolutions & Image Usage
Flower(s); sprout; flower
Robert Vidéki, Doronicum Kft., Bugwood.org
Additional Resolutions & Image Usage
EDDMapS Distribution:
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State List
This map identifies those states that list this species on their invasive species list or law.

Invasive Listing Sources:
Native Plant Society of Oregon, 2008
Pacific Northwest Exotic Pest Plant Council, 1998
WeedUS - Database of Plants Invading Natural Areas in the United States