Narcissus poeticus Poet's narcissus (Amaryllidaceae)

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Narcissus poeticus
Poet's narcissus
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The Narcissus poeticus plant species is found in Europe - France to Greece. It is a member of the Amaryllidaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Poet's narcissus.

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Latin Name:  Narcissus poeticus
Common Name:  Poet's narcissus
Family:  Amaryllidaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  All parts of the plant, and especially the bulb, are poisonous[4]. The aroma of the flowers can cause some people to get a headache when they are in a closed room[4].

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.1

Habitat:  Damp meadows[90] in mountains[50].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a deep rather stiff soil but succeeds in most soils and situations[1]. Grows well in heavy clay soils. Easily grown in a moist soil, doing well in grass[90] but it is slow to establish[188]. The dormant bulbs are fairly hardy and will withstand soil temperatures down to at least -5°c[214]. A very ornamental plant[1], but it is sometimes shy to flower[90]. The flowers are powerfully scented[245].

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