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emajagua de sierra
Scientific Name: Daphnopsis philippiana
Family: Thymelaeaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Daphnopsis philippiana: Emajagua De Sierra
Daphnopsis philippiana, commonly known as Emajagua De Sierra, is a perennial tree or shrub belonging to the Thymelaeaceae family.
Considerations for Children
- The text indicates this plant is NOT SAFE for children.
Considerations for Pets
- The text indicates this plant is NOT SAFE for dogs.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Daphnopsis philippiana Krug & Urb.
- Family: Thymelaeaceae
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: Daphnopsis phillippiana Krug & Urb.
- Other Names: Cieneguillo, Emajagua brava, Majagua
Distribution and Habitat
- This plant is mentioned in relation to Puerto Rico, and specifically the Sierra de Luquillo and Sierra Maestra.
- Also mentioned in Guatemala (chilamatillo, coralillo blanco) and Mexico (cuco, manca de torro)
- It is also identified in relation to Emajagua Barrio in Puerto Rico.
- Grows sympatrically at intermediate elevations.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Daphnopsis philippiana is a perennial plant.
- It grows as either a tree or a shrub.
- It features evergreen leaves.
- Stems can grow up to 10 cm in diameter, with smooth or slightly fissured bark.
Ecological Role
- It can be used for shade.
Quirky Facts
- Emajagua Barrio, a small town in Puerto Rico, is named after this tree.
Further Information
- More information can be found on Discover Life.
- Additional data is available via the Plantae Mundi database.
- USDA also contains information on Daphnopsis philippiana.