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Petticoat Daffodil (Narcissus bulbocodium)

Petticoat Daffodil (Narcissus bulbocodium) is a small, charming bulbous perennial with unique, trumpet-less flowers featuring a prominent, flared corona.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Afternoon shade is beneficial in hot climates.

Watering

Water moderately during active growth, allow to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce significantly during summer dormancy.

Soil

Requires well-drained, gritty, or sandy soil. It thrives in slightly acidic to neutral pH conditions.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperatures are between 10-18°C. Tolerates cooler temperatures and requires a cool period for dormancy.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season (fall to spring).

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Afternoon shade is beneficial in hot climates.

Water

Water moderately during active growth, allow to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce significantly during summer dormancy.

Soil

Requires well-drained, gritty, or sandy soil. It thrives in slightly acidic to neutral pH conditions.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperatures are between 10-18°C. Tolerates cooler temperatures and requires a cool period for dormancy.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season (fall to spring).

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.1-0.3 m

Spread

0.1-0.2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Flower Size

2-3 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

65000

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Synonyms
Corbularia bulbocodium (L.) Haw.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAmaryllidaceae
  • genusNarcissus
  • speciesNarcissus bulbocodium
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Edible

No

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