Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
poculiformis
ID:
698217

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salisb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1796

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Stirp. Chap. Allerton : 224 (1796)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000697550

Common Names

  • Cup-shaped Narcissus
  • Narcissus poculiformis
  • Cup-shaped Narcissus

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Synonyms

  • Cydenis poculiformis Salisb. [unknown]
  • Narcissus montanus Ker Gawl. [unknown]
  • Narcissus galanthifolius Schult.f. [unknown]
  • Queltia poculigera Salisb. [unknown]
  • Queltia galanthifolia Haw. [unknown]
  • Queltia montana Herb. [unknown]
  • Queltia poculiformis (Salisb.) Haw. [unknown]
  • Tros galanthifolia Haw. [unknown]
  • Tros poculiformis (Salisb.) Haw. [unknown]

Description

Narcissus poculiformis (also called Cup-shaped Narcissus, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and woodland margins. It has a basal rosette of lance-shaped leaves and bears clusters of star-shaped, bright yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Narcissus poculiformis 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 flowers of Narcissus poculiformis are white, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a white color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Narcissus poculiformis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in the spring. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can be grown in USDA zones 4-9.

Where to Find Narcissus poculiformis

Narcissus poculiformis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Narcissus poculiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Narcissus poculiformis?

Narcissus poculiformis

What is the common name of Narcissus poculiformis?

Cup-shaped Narcissus

What is the natural habitat of Narcissus poculiformis?

Grassy meadows and woodlands

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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