Status:
valid
Authors:
Lag.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1816
Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Pl. : 13 (1816)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703221
Common Names
- Narcissus flavus
- Flavus Narcissus
- Narcissus
Synonyms
- Hermione flava M.Roem. [unknown]
- Narcissus juncifolius Req. ex Lag. [illegitimate]
- Narcissus fernandesii Pedro [unknown]
- Narcissus marianicus Fern.Casas [unknown]
- Narcissus fernandesii major A.Fern. [unknown]
- Narcissus jonquilla henriquesii Samp. [unknown]
- Narcissus blanchardii Zonn. [unknown]
- Narcissus jonquilla fernandesii (Pedro) Zonn. [unknown]
Description
Narcissus flavus (also called Yellow Narcissus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has narrow, linear leaves and white flowers with yellow anthers.
Uses & Benefits
Narcissus flavus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Narcissus flavus has yellow flowers, small black seeds and small seedlings with thin stems and long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Narcissus flavus is a perennial plant native to Spain. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division can also be used to propagate the plant.
Where to Find Narcissus flavus
Narcissus flavus can be found in Spain.
Narcissus flavus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Narcissus flavus?
Narcissus flavus
What type of plant is Narcissus flavus?
Perennial
Where does Narcissus flavus grow?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
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,