Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
georgemawii
ID:
702801

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Casas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 55: 174 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702134



Common Names

  • Narcissus georgemawii
  • George Maw's Narcissus
  • George Maw's Narcissus


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Description

Narcissus georgemawii (also called George Maw's Narcissus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean islands. It has a basal rosette of linear leaves and umbels of white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Narcissus georgemawii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Narcissus georgemawii is a yellow, trumpet-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Narcissus georgemawii is a perennial bulbous plant that is propagated from bulbs. Plant the bulbs in a well-draining, sandy soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly, but do not overwater. The plants will bloom in late winter and early spring. Deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms. Divide the bulbs every few years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Narcissus georgemawii

Narcissus georgemawii is native to the Canary Islands. It can be found in rocky areas and grasslands.

Narcissus georgemawii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Narcissus georgemawii?

Narcissus georgemawii

What is the common name of Narcissus georgemawii?

George Maw's Narcissus

Where is Narcissus georgemawii native to?

Cuba

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,

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