Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
palentinus
ID:
1333337

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Casas

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 56: 454 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345791

Common Names

  • Narcissus
  • Daffodil
  • Paperwhite

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Description

Narcissus palentinus (also called 'Palentinus', among many other common names) is a bulbous species native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and is characterized by its small, white flowers with a yellow center.

Uses & Benefits

Narcissus palentinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It has a sweet, citrus-like flavor and is used to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Narcissus palentinus is a yellow, trumpet-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Narcissus palentinus is a perennial bulb native to Europe. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers full sun and moderate water. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in areas with low rainfall. It can be propagated by division or by offsets.

Where to Find Narcissus palentinus

Narcissus palentinus is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Narcissus palentinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Narcissus palentinus?

Narcissus palentinus

What is the common name of Narcissus palentinus?

Palentine Daffodil

What is the natural habitat of Narcissus palentinus?

It is found in the meadows and grasslands of central and southern 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,

References

Francisco Javier Fernández Casas (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fern.Casas' in the authors string.