Status:
valid
Authors:
Patino & Uribe-Ech.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Collect. Bot. (Barcelona) 26: 144 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752717
Common Names
- Rafaelii Tree
- Narcissus Tree
- Rafaelii Mahogany Tree
Description
Narcissus rafaelii (also called Rafael's Narcissus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Spain and is found in grassland and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Narcissus rafaelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Narcissus rafaelii has white flowers with yellowish-green stripes and a star-shaped seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Narcissus rafaelii is a bulbous perennial plant native to Spain. It is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the bulbs in early spring.
Where to Find Narcissus rafaelii
Narcissus rafaelii is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in rocky areas and open woodlands.
Narcissus rafaelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Narcissus rafaelii?
Narcissus rafaelii
What is the common name of Narcissus rafaelii?
Rafael's Daffodil
What is the natural habitat of Narcissus rafaelii?
Open woods, thickets, and roadsides in Cuba
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
S. Patino: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Patino' in the authors string.