Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cyclamineus
ID:
704731

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1815

Citation Micro:
Liliac. 8: t. 486 (1815)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704064



Common Names

  • Narcissus cyclamineus
  • Cyclamen Narcissus
  • Cyclamineus Narcissus


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Synonyms

  • Ajax cyclamineus Haw. [unknown]
  • Narcissus pseudonarcissus cyclamineus (DC.) Baker [unknown]

Description

Narcissus cyclamineus (also called Cyclamen-Flowered Daffodil, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is a bulbous perennial with linear to lanceolate leaves that are 10-25 cm long and 0.5-2 cm wide. It is native to western Europe, where it is found in dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Narcissus cyclamineus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade. The flowers of this plant are edible and can be used in salads and other dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Narcissus cyclamineus is a small, yellow, trumpet-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped plants.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Narcissus cyclamineus is a bulbous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or by division of the bulbs in the spring. The plant is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Narcissus cyclamineus

Narcissus cyclamineus is native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in grassy meadows and open woodlands.

Narcissus cyclamineus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Narcissus cyclamineus?

Narcissus cyclamineus

What type of plant is Narcissus cyclamineus?

Bulbous perennial

Where does Narcissus cyclamineus grow?

It is native to Portugal, Spain, and Morocco

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,