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Mezereon

Daphne mezereum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Malvales ›Family: Thymelaeaceae ›Genus: Daphne

About

Daphne mezereum, commonly known as mezereum, mezereon, February daphne, spurge laurel or spurge olive, is a species of Daphne in the flowering plant family Thymelaeaceae, native to most of Europe and Western Asia, north to northern Scandinavia and Russia. In southern Europe it is confined to medium to higher elevations and in the subalpine vegetation zone, but descends to near sea level in northern Europe. It is generally confined to soils derived from limestone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mezereon?
The scientific name of Mezereon is Daphne mezereum.
What kingdom does Mezereon belong to?
Mezereon belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Mezereon belong to?
Mezereon belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Mezereon belong to?
Mezereon belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Mezereon belong to?
Mezereon belongs to the order Malvales.
What family does Mezereon belong to?
Mezereon belongs to the family Thymelaeaceae.
What genus does Mezereon belong to?
Mezereon belongs to the genus Daphne.