Danae racemosa
Alexandrian Laurel - Poet's Laurel
- Shrub
- Award of Garden Merit (AGM)
- 60-80 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Valuable foliage plant
Low shrub with glossy green 'leaves' and striking orange-red berries.
Garden use
Use
Site and growing conditions
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Care
Planting density
Plant about 5 - 7 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 60 - 80 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | May - June |
| Flower colour | white |
| Growth habit | ascending |
| Growth rate | medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -15°C |
Site conditions
| Light | morning sun, evening sun, open shade, filtered, shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | dry, average, moist |
| Soil | pervious, light, normal |
| Soil fertility | normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Danae racemosa |
|---|---|
| Genus | Danae |
| Family | Ruscaceae |
| Common names |
NL: Alexandrijnse laurier, dichterslaurier EN: Alexandrian Laurel, Poet's Laurel |
| Awards | Award of Garden Merit (AGM) |
