Cream Narcissus

(Narcissus tazetta)

Cream Narcissus (Narcissus tazetta)

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Summary

Narcissus tazetta, commonly known as Cream Narcissus, is a deciduous perennial herb that is native to a variety of habitats including open woodlands, grassy slopes, and coastal areas in the Mediterranean Region and the Middle East. It is a bulbous plant and is considered one of the taller narcissi species, reaching heights of up to 80 centimeters (31 inches). The leaves are thin, flat, and can grow up to 40 centimeters (16 inches) long and 15 millimeters (0.59 inches) wide. The Cream Narcissus is known for its fragrant, showy umbels of up to 8 flowers, which are white with a contrasting yellow corona, blooming in late winter to early spring.

The Cream Narcissus is valued for its sweet fragrance and attractive blooms, making it a popular choice for cut flowers and ornamental garden planting. It is often used in borders, rock gardens, and as a naturalizing plant in grassy areas. This plant prefers full sun to part shade and requires medium amounts of water with well-drained soil to thrive. It is relatively low maintenance but may be susceptible to bulb rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils. Cream Narcissus can be propagated by dividing clumps of bulbs after the foliage has died back.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Height: 1-2 feet
  • Width: 0.2-0.4 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Yellow, White
  • Flowering Season: Spring
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Medium, Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rabbit Resistant, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers

Natural Habitat

Native to open woodlands, grassy slopes, and coastal areas in the Mediterranean Region and the Middle East

Other Names

Common Names: Paperwhite, Bunchflower Daffodil, Chinese Sacred Lily, Jossflower, Bunchflower Narcissi, Daffodil, Polyanthus Narcissus, Tazetta, Chinese Sacred-Lily, Nargis

Scientific Names: , Narcissus tazetta, Narcissus linnaeanus, Narcissus multiflorus, Hermione tazetta, Narcissus floribundus, Narcissus tazetta var. orientalis, Hermione cupularis, Hermione floribunda, Hermione tazetta var. cupularis

GBIF Accepted Name: Narcissus tazetta L.