Status:
valid
Authors:
Pugsley
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Hort. Soc. 58: 69 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696680
Common Names
- Pallidiflorus Narcissus
- Pale-flowered Narcissus
- Pale-flowered Daffodil
Synonyms
- Narcissus tortuosus pallidiflorus (Pugsley) Nava & Fern.Casado [unknown]
Description
Narcissus pallidiflorus (also called Pale-Flowered Daffodil, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is a bulbous perennial, up to 40 cm tall, with white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Narcissus pallidiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower and for its fragrant scent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Narcissus pallidiflorus has small, white, trumpet-shaped flowers that appear in spring. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Narcissus pallidiflorus is a bulbous perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained soil and requires little maintenance. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Narcissus pallidiflorus
Narcissus pallidiflorus is native to the Mediterranean region.
Narcissus pallidiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Narcissus pallidiflorus?
Narcissus pallidiflorus
What is the common name of Narcissus pallidiflorus?
Pale-flowered Daffodil
What is the natural habitat of Narcissus pallidiflorus?
It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey
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,