Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
alcaracensis
ID:
702380

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Ríos, D.Rivera, Alcaraz & Obón

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 131: 160 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000701713

Common Names

  • Alcaracensis Narcissus
  • Alcaracensis Daffodil
  • Alcaracensis Jonquil

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Synonyms

  • Narcissus longispathus alcaracensis (S.Ríos, D.Rivera, Alcaraz & Obón) Zonn. [invalid]

Description

Narcissus alcaracensis (also called Alcaracejos daffodil, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 1 foot tall. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Narcissus alcaracensis is used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is also used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Narcissus alcaracensis has white, trumpet-shaped flowers with yellow throats and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Narcissus alcaracensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division is best done in early spring or late summer.

Where to Find Narcissus alcaracensis

Narcissus alcaracensis can be found in the Iberian Peninsula, from Portugal to Spain.

Narcissus alcaracensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Narcissus alcaracensis?

Narcissus alcaracensis

What is the common name of Narcissus alcaracensis?

Alcaracen Narcissus

What is the family of Narcissus alcaracensis?

Amaryllidaceae

Species in the Narcissus genus

Narcissus marvieri, Narcissus macrolobus, Narcissus pseudonarcissus, Narcissus jonquilla, Narcissus leonensis, Narcissus pujolii, Narcissus papyraceus, Narcissus bugei, Narcissus primigenius, Narcissus pachybolbus, Narcissus pallidiflorus, Narcissus portensis, Narcissus peroccidentalis, Narcissus obsoletus, Narcissus odorus, Narcissus koshinomurae, Narcissus libarensis, Narcissus obesus, Narcissus moschatus, Narcissus perezlarae, Narcissus minor, Narcissus medio-luteus, Narcissus nutans, Narcissus nobilis, Narcissus poculiformis, Narcissus nevadensis, Narcissus poeticus, Narcissus willkommii, Narcissus watieri, Narcissus xaverii, Narcissus viridiflorus, Narcissus triandrus, Narcissus trilobus, Narcissus pyrenaicus, Narcissus romoi, Narcissus serotinus, Narcissus scaberulus, Narcissus rupicola, Narcissus romieuxii, Narcissus rogendorfi, Narcissus tazetta, Narcissus tortifolius, Narcissus tenuior, Narcissus brevitubulosus, Narcissus gredensis, Narcissus petri-mariae, Narcissus yepesii, Narcissus segurensis, Narcissus alcaracensis, Narcissus georgemawii,

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

Francisco Alcaraz Ariza (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alcaraz' in the authors string.
Diego Rivera Núñez (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Rivera' in the authors string.
Concepción Obón (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Obón' in the authors string.
Segundo Ríos Ruiz (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Ríos' in the authors string.