Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cavanillesii
ID:
703612

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barra & G.López

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 41: 202 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702945

Common Names

  • Narcissus Cavanillesii
  • Cavanilles' Narcissus
  • Spanish Daffodil

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Synonyms

  • Carregnoa humilis J.Gay [unknown]
  • Carregnoa lutea Boiss. [unknown]
  • Lapiedra gracilis Baker [unknown]
  • Narcissus humilis (Cav.) Traub [illegitimate]
  • Oporanthus exiguus Herb. [unknown]
  • Pancratium humile Cav. [unknown]
  • Sternbergia exigua Ker Gawl. ex Schult.f. [unknown]
  • Tapeinanthus humilis Herb. [unknown]
  • Tapeinaegle humilis Herb. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis exigua Schousb. [unknown]
  • Braxireon humile Raf. [unknown]
  • Gymnoterpe humile Salisb. [unknown]

Description

Narcissus cavanillesii (also called 'Cavanilles's Narcissus', among many other common names) is a bulbous plant native to Spain. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in moist, well-drained soils and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Narcissus cavanillesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in cut flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Narcissus cavanillesii has a white flower with a yellow center, a small, dark-brown seed, and a small, slender seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Narcissus cavanillesii is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and full sun to partial shade. It should be planted in well-draining soil and watered regularly. It can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Narcissus cavanillesii

Narcissus cavanillesii is native to the Canary Islands. It can be found in rocky, dry areas at elevations of 1000-2000 m.

Narcissus cavanillesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Narcissus cavanillesii?

Narcissus cavanillesii

What is the common name of Narcissus cavanillesii?

Cavanilles' daffodil

What is the natural habitat of Narcissus cavanillesii?

Woodlands and meadows of the Iberian Peninsula

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-282571: Based on the initial data import
Ginés Alejandro López González (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.López' in the authors string.
Alfredo Barra Lázaro (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barra' in the authors string.