Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
viridiflorus
ID:
698749

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schousb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Iagttag. Vextrig. Marokko : 157 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000698082

Common Names

  • Viridiflorus Narcissus
  • Narcissus viridiflorus
  • Narcissus

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Synonyms

  • Chloraster fissus Haw. [unknown]
  • Chloraster integer Haw. [unknown]
  • Chloraster viridiflorus M.Roem. [unknown]
  • Hermione viridiflora Haw. [unknown]
  • Jonquilla viridiflora Raf. [unknown]
  • Narcissus chloraster Schult.f. [unknown]
  • Narcissus integer Spach [unknown]
  • Prasiteles viridiflorus Salisb. [unknown]
  • Hermione viridiflora integra (Haw.) Haw. [unknown]

Description

Narcissus viridiflorus (also called Green-flowered Daffodil, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall, with alternate, lanceolate leaves. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and grows in meadows, grasslands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Narcissus viridiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and can be used to attract pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Narcissus viridiflorus are usually white or pale yellow and have a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Narcissus viridiflorus is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Narcissus viridiflorus

Narcissus viridiflorus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Narcissus viridiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Narcissus viridiflorus?

Narcissus viridiflorus

What is the common name of Narcissus viridiflorus?

Green-flowered daffodil

What is the natural habitat of Narcissus viridiflorus?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-282102: Based on the initial data import
Peter Schousboe (1766-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schousb.' in the authors string.