Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tortifolius
ID:
700942

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Casas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Saussurea 8: 43 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000700275

Common Names

  • Narcissus tortifolius
  • Tortile Narcissus
  • Tortifolius Narcissus

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Description

Narcissus tortifolius (also called 'Corkscrew Daffodil', among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial with twisted leaves and umbels of yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Narcissus tortifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems, skin conditions, and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Narcissus tortifolius is a yellow, trumpet-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gouania trichodonta is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils with a pH of 6.5-7.5. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Narcissus tortifolius

Narcissus tortifolius can be found in the Spanish provinces of Granada and Jaén.

Narcissus tortifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Narcissus tortifolius?

Narcissus tortifolius

What is the common name of Narcissus tortifolius?

Tortile-leaved daffodil

What is the natural habitat of Narcissus tortifolius?

It is native to the 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,