Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tazetta
ID:
700733

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 290 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000700066

Common Names

  • Tazetta Daffodil
  • Tazetta Narcissus
  • Tazetta

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Description

Narcissus tazetta (also called Tazetta Daffodil, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Narcissus tazetta is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with dry, sandy soil.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Narcissus tazetta sub. tazetta
Narcissus tazetta sub. italicus (Ker Gawl.) Baker
Narcissus tazetta sub. aureus (Jord. & Fourr.) Baker
Narcissus tazetta sub. corcyrensis (Herb.) Baker
Narcissus tazetta sub. chinensis (M.Roem.) Masamura & Yanagih.
Narcissus tazetta sub. canariensis (Burb.) Baker

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Narcissus tazetta has white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are slender and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Narcissus tazetta is a perennial bulb that is native to the Mediterranean. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by division or seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a cold frame or outdoors in a prepared seed bed.

Where to Find Narcissus tazetta

Narcissus tazetta can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Narcissus tazetta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Narcissus tazetta?

Narcissus tazetta

What is the common name of Narcissus tazetta?

Paperwhite narcissus

Where is Narcissus tazetta native to?

Mediterranean region

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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