Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 289 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000697659
Common Names
- Poet's Daffodil
- Narcissus poeticus
- Poetic Daffodil
Description
Narcissus poeticus (also called poet's narcissus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Europe, growing in meadows and mountain slopes. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a stem with a single flower, which is typically white in color.
Uses & Benefits
Narcissus poeticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Narcissus poeticus sub. verbanensis (Herb.) P.D.Sell
Narcissus poeticus sub. poeticus
Narcissus poeticus sub. radiiflorus (Salisb.) Baker
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Narcissus poeticus is a yellow color and is cup-shaped. Its seed is small and black in color, and the seedlings are thin and white.
Cultivation and Propagation
Narcissus poeticus is a perennial bulbous plant native to Europe. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun and can be propagated from seed or bulb division. It can also be divided in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Narcissus poeticus
Narcissus poeticus can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.
Narcissus poeticus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Narcissus poeticus?
Narcissus poeticus
What is the common name of Narcissus poeticus?
Pheasant's eye
Where does Narcissus poeticus grow?
It is native to Europe and western Asia.
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,