Tenby daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus, Sp. Pl.: 289 (1753))

Family: Amaryllidaceae

Author: L.

Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 289 (1753)

Year: 1753

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Narcissus

Vegetable: False

Observations: W. Europe

Description

The Tenby daffodil, renowned for its charming and vibrant appearance, is scientifically known as Narcissus pseudonarcissus. This perennial, herbaceous plant is a beloved member of the Amaryllidaceae family. Its origin traces back to Western Europe, where it flourishes in the wild, adding a splash of color to meadows and woodlands.

Characterized by its golden-yellow petals and a central trumpet-like corona, the Tenby daffodil serves as a classic symbol of spring. Each bloom embodies the freshness and renewal that the season brings. These flowers typically grow in clusters and can reach up to 12 inches in height, making them a delightful addition to gardens and natural settings.

The Tenby daffodil has a long history of botanical recognition, first described by the eminent botanist Carl Linnaeus in 1753, as documented in the “Species Plantarum.” Its scientific name reflects its resemblance to the classical daffodil, however, it is distinctly noted for its singular and slightly smaller blossoms. This species has adapted well to cultivation and is celebrated for its resilience and minimal care requirements, rendering it a favorite among gardeners.

In addition to its ornamental value, the Tenby daffodil’s robust nature allows it to thrive in various soil conditions, though it prefers well-drained soils and sunny to partially shaded locations. Its presence not only enhances aesthetic appeal but also supports early pollinators, making it ecologically significant.

This delightful flowering plant encapsulates both historical botanical intrigue and contemporary garden elegance, continuing to enchant those who encounter its sunny blooms year after year.

Common Names

Fin: ahdekaunokki, ketokaunokki, vuorikaunokki, keltanarsissi
Dan: almindelig knopurt, bjerg-knopurt, påskelilje, stor knopurt, ægte påskelilje
Swe: bergklint, guldklint, rödklint, väddklint, keltanarsissi, påsklilja
Eng: buttercup, daffodil, lent-lily, tenby daffodil, trumpet narcissus, wild daffodil, common daffodil
Nor: fagerknoppurt, honningknoppurt, vanleg knoppurt
Deu: gelbe narzisse, osterglocke
Lit: tariamasis narcizas
Hun: csupros nárcisz
Fra: jonquille, narcisse faux-narcisse, narcisse jaune, narcisse trompette
Est: kollane nartsiss
Ces: narcis žlutý
Nob: påskelilje
Nno: påskelilje
Nld: wilde narcis, wilde + trompetnarcis, wilde narcis en trompetnarcis
En: Tenby daffodil, Daffodil, Wild daffodil, Trumpet narcissus, Lent-lily, Buttercup, Common daffodil, Lent Lily, Yellow Daffodil
Af: Affodil, Tuinaffodil
Ar: نرجس كاذب
Az: Yalançı nərgizgülü
Eu: Lilipa arrunt
Ca: Narcís de muntanya
Zh: 喇叭水仙, 黄水仙
Cv: Суя нарцисс
Cs: Narcis žlutý
Da: Påskelilje, Almindelig Knopurt, Bjerg-Knopurt, Stor Knopurt, Ægte påskelilje
Nl: Wilde narcis, Wilde + Trompetnarcis, Wilde narcis en Trompetnarcis, Trompetnarcis
Eo: Dafodilo
Et: Kollane nartsiss
Fi: Keltanarsissi, Isokeltanarsissi, Ahdekaunokki, Ketokaunokki, Vuorikaunokki
Fr: Jonquille, Narcisse faux-narcisse, Narcisse jaune, Narcisse trompette, Jeannette jaune, Narcisse faux narcisse, Jonquille des bois
De: Gelbe Narzisse, Osterglocke, Wiesen-Narzisse
Hu: Sárga nárcisz, Csupros nárcisz
Is: Páskalilja
It: Narciso trombone
Lt: Tariamasis narcizas
Ml: ഡാഫോഡിൽസ്
No: Påskelilje, Fagerknoppurt, Honningknoppurt, Vanleg knoppurt
Nb: Påskelilje
Nn: Påskelilje
Fa: نرگس دروغین
Pl: Narcyz trąbkowy
Pt-br: Narciso
Rm: Narcissa melna
Ru: Нарцисс ложный
Sk: Narcis žltý
Es: Divja narcisa, Campaneta de puerto, Narciso de los prados, Narciso de trompeta
Sv: Påsklilja, Bergklint, Guldklint, Rödklint, Väddklint, Keltanarsissi
Zh-tw: 喇叭水仙
Tr: Yabani nergis
Cy: Cenhinen Bedr

Synonyms

• Narcissus serratus (Haw.)
• Ajax platylobus (Jord.)
• Ajax pseudonarcissus var. pleurus (Haw.)
• Ajax pseudonarcissus var. ryticarpus (Herb.)
• Ajax serratus var. radians (Haw.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus var. plenissimus (J.C.Niven)
• Narcissus pisanus (Pugsley)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus var. montinus ((Jord.) Pugsley)
• Narcissus ajax (Sweet)
• Ajax capax (M.Roem.)
• Narcissus festalis var. serratus ((Haw.) H.R.Wehrh.)
• Ajax pseudonarcissus var. albus (Haw.)
• Ajax breviflos (Haw.)
• Ajax cuneifolius (Haw.)
• Ajax pseudonarcissus ((L.) Haw.)
• Ajax fenestralis var. scoticus ((Haw.) Gray)
• Narcissus telamonius ((Haw.) Link)
• Narcissus capax (Salisb. ex Sweet)
• Ajax pseudonarcissus var. luteus (Haw.)
• Ajax lobularis (Haw.)
• Ajax praelongus (Jord.)
• Ajax telamonius var. grandiplenus (Haw.)
• Ajax pseudonarcissus var. pallidus (Haw.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus var. minoriformis (Pugsley)
• Ajax telamonius var. plenus (Haw.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus f. cambricus ((Haw.) Voss)
• Narcissus fontqueri (Fern.Casas & Rivas Ponce)
• Narcissus radians (Lapeyr.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus var. porrigens ((Jord.) Pugsley)
• Narcissus breviflos ((Haw.) Steud.)
• Ajax pseudonarcissus var. telamonius ((Haw.) Herb.)
• Ajax gayi (Hénon)
• Ajax serratus var. praecox (Haw.)
• Ajax lobularis var. scotica (Haw.)
• Ajax serratus ((Haw.) Haw.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus var. humilis (Pugsley)
• Ajax sabiniamus (Herb.)
• Narcissus gandogeri (Sennen & Leroy)
• Narcissus gayi ((Hénon) Pugsley)
• Narcissus andersonii (Sabine ex M.Roem.)
• Ajax festalis var. plenus (Haw.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus var. plenus (J.C.Niven)
• Narcissus horsfeldii (Burb.)
• Narcissus glaucus (Hornem.)
• Narcissus luteus (Bubani)
• Ajax pseudonarcissus var. plenissimus (Haw.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus var. serratus ((Haw.) Rouy)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus var. pisanus ((Pugsley) A.Fern.)
• Ajax rudbeckii (M.Roem.)
• Narcissus gayi var. praelongus ((Jord.) Pugsley)
• Ajax cambricus (Haw.)
• Ajax lobularis var. amplicorona (Haw.)
• Narcissus renaudii (Bavoux.)
• Narcissus eystettensis (Anon.)
• Ajax radians (M.Roem.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus f. pleniflorus (P.D.Sell)
• Ajax porrigens (Jord.)
• Oileus hexangularis (Haw.)
• Narcissus major var. telamonius ((Haw.) H.R.Wehrh.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus f. serratus ((Haw.) Voss)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus var. platylobus ((Jord.) Pugsley)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus f. lobularis ((Haw.) Voss)
• Ajax telamonius (Haw.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus var. grandiplenus ((Haw.) Burb.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus var. festinus ((Jord.) Pugsley)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus subsp. remopolensis ((Panizzi) Rouy)
• Ajax festinus (Jord.)
• Ajax fenestralis (Gray)
• Ajax hexangularis ((Haw.) Herb.)
• Narcissus sylvestris (Lam.)
• Ajax multicus (J.Gay)
• Ajax festalis var. plenissimus (Haw.)
• Ajax sexangularis (M.Roem.)
• Ajax montinus (Jord.)
• Ajax serratus var. suavis (Haw.)
• Narcissus pseudonarcissus subsp. silvestris (Rouy)
• Ajax festalis var. scoticus (Haw.)

Distribution

• Belgium (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Spain (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Alabama (introduced)
• Albania (introduced)
• Arkansas (introduced)
• Austria (introduced)
• British Columbia (introduced)
• Bulgaria (introduced)
• Connecticut (introduced)
• Czechoslovakia (introduced)
• Falkland Is. (introduced)
• Florida (introduced)
• Georgia (introduced)
• Illinois (introduced)
• Indiana (introduced)
• Italy (introduced)
• Kentucky (introduced)
• Kuril Is. (introduced)
• Louisiana (introduced)
• Madeira (introduced)
• Maryland (introduced)
• Masachusettes (introduced)
• Michigan (introduced)
• Mississippi (introduced)
• Missouri (introduced)
• New Jersey (introduced)
• New South Wales (introduced)
• New York (introduced)
• New Zealand North (introduced)
• New Zealand South (introduced)
• Newfoundland (introduced)
• North Carolina (introduced)
• Ohio (introduced)
• Ontario (introduced)
• Oregon (introduced)
• Pennsylvania (introduced)
• Rhode I. (introduced)
• Romania (introduced)
• South Carolina (introduced)
• Tasmania (introduced)
• Tennessee (introduced)
• Texas (introduced)
• Transcaucasus (introduced)
• Turkey-in-Europe (introduced)
• Vermont (introduced)
• Virginia (introduced)
• Washington (introduced)
• Western Australia (introduced)
• Yugoslavia (introduced)

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Flower

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Leaf

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2858244)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:66177-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Narcissus pseudonarcissus L.)

Specifications

Growth habit: Forb/herb

Growth

Ph maximum: 6.5

Ph minimum: 5.5

Light: 6

Atmospheric humidity: 6

Soil nutriments: 5