Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nobilis
ID:
698184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schult.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 7: 939 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000697517

Common Names

  • Narcissus nobilis
  • Daffodil
  • Lent Lily

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Description

Narcissus nobilis (also called Lent Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial bulbous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a solitary, terminal flower. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in moist, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Narcissus nobilis is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known for its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Narcissus nobilis can be propagated by division or from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings should be potted up into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Division is best carried out in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be divided using two forks, the divisions should be planted out straight away.

Where to Find Narcissus nobilis

Narcissus nobilis can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia.

Narcissus nobilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Narcissus nobilis?

Narcissus nobilis

What is the common name of Narcissus nobilis?

Noble daffodil

What is the natural habitat of Narcissus nobilis?

Grasslands of Europe

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,