Definition

1. Noun:
   • A bushy Eurasian shrub: "Daphne laureola" is the scientific name for a specific evergreen shrub native to Europe and parts of Asia.
   • A plant with specific characteristics: It is characterized by its glossy, leathery, oblong leaves and clusters of small, yellow-green flowers, followed by black berries.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Daphne laureola is often found in woodland areas. (Daphne laureola is often found in woodland areas.)
  • The glossy leaves of Daphne laureola make it an attractive, though toxic, garden shrub. (The glossy leaves of Daphne laureola make it an attractive, though toxic, garden shrub.)

Advanced Usage

• In botanical contexts: The name is used precisely to identify this species within the genus .
  • The specimen was correctly identified as Daphne laureola. (The specimen was correctly identified as Daphne laureola.)

Variants and Related Words

• Spurge laurel: A common English name for .
  • Spurge laurel is another name for Daphne laureola. (Spurge laurel is another name for Daphne laureola.)
• Daphne: The genus to which this plant belongs, which includes other shrubs like .

Synonyms

• Spurge laurel: The most frequent common name.
• Wood laurel: A less common alternative name.

Important Note

• Toxicity: All parts of are highly poisonous if ingested. This is a critical piece of information for safe identification and handling.
  • Gardeners should be aware that Daphne laureola is toxic. (Gardeners should be aware that Daphne laureola is toxic.)

Noun

1. bushy Eurasian shrub with glossy leathery oblong leaves and yellow-green flowers