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Narcissus cyclamineus (Narcissus cyclamineus)

Narcissus cyclamineus is a dwarf daffodil from Portugal and Spain, featuring distinctive reflexed petals and a narrow, tubular corona.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly during growth, reduce in summer dormancy.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is 10-18°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer in early spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Afternoon shade beneficial in hot climates.

Water

Water regularly during growth, reduce in summer dormancy.

Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is 10-18°C.

Tolerates cooler temperatures during dormancy.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer in early spring.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental, Flowering

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.2-0.3 m

Spread

0.1-0.15 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Flower Size

3-4 cm

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Synonyms
Ajax cyclamineus (DC.) Haw.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAmaryllidaceae
  • genusNarcissus
  • speciesNarcissus cyclamineus
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 4/5

Edible

No

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