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Sea-Daffodil (Pancratium maritimum)

Sea-Daffodil (Pancratium maritimum) is a perennial bulbous plant native to coastal regions, known for its fragrant white flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade, especially in coastal areas.

Watering

Water moderately during growth, allow to dry between waterings. Reduce in summer dormancy.

Soil

Requires well-drained sandy or gritty soil, mimicking its natural coastal habitat.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 15-25°C during the growing season.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade, especially in coastal areas.

Water

Water moderately during growth, allow to dry between waterings. Reduce in summer dormancy.

Soil

Requires well-drained sandy or gritty soil, mimicking its natural coastal habitat.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 15-25°C during the growing season.

Avoid frost during active growth.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental, Flowering

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Basal, strap-like

Flower Size

8-10 cm

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Synonyms
Hymenocallis caroliniana (L.) Herb.
Hymenocallis maritima (L.) M.Roem.
Hymenocallis ruizii M.Roem.
Pancratium abchasicum Regel
Pancratium aegyptiacum M.Roem.
Pancratium angustifolium M.Roem.
Pancratium barcinonense Sennen
Pancratium carolinianum L.
Pancratium linosae Soldano & F.Conti
Pancratium mirennae Mattei
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAmaryllidaceae
  • genusPancratium
  • speciesPancratium maritimum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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