Daphne gnidium - Mediterranean Mezereon (Family
Thymelaceae)
Valenciano: Matapol
Spanish: Torvisco
An evergreen shrub, not very branched, covered with lance-like, pointed leaves.
The flowers are yellowish white appearing amongst the leaves at the ends of
the stems. The fruits and leaves are very poisonous. Used as a medicine in ancient
times. Current use illegal.
Flowers: June - September