Bunch-Flowered Daffodil

narcissus tazetta

The Bunch-Flowered Daffodil, Narcissus tazetta, is a charming and highly regarded bulbous perennial, celebrated for its clusters of fragrant flowers that herald the arrival of spring. Native to the Mediterranean region, this species has been cultivated for centuries, prized for its ornamental value and intoxicating scent. Unlike many other daffodils that produce a single flower per stem, N. tazetta stands out with multiple blooms per stalk, creating a more abundant and visually striking display. Its robust nature and adaptability have made it a popular choice in gardens worldwide, symbolizing rebirth and hope.

Habitat: The Bunch-Flowered Daffodil is naturally found in rocky hillsides, scrublands, and open fields across the Mediterranean basin, thriving in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

Appearance

This daffodil typically grows 20-45 cm tall, featuring slender, strap-like, grayish-green leaves. The most distinguishing characteristic is its flower display: 3 to 20 small, fragrant flowers are borne in a cluster atop a single sturdy stem. Each flower typically has six white, sometimes yellow, perianth segments (petals) that spread outwards, surrounding a short, cup-shaped corona (central cup) that can range in color from yellow to deep orange. The overall effect is delicate yet impactful due to the profusion of blooms.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassLiliopsidaOrderAsparagalesFamilyAmaryllidaceaeGenusNarcissus

Bunch-Flowered Daffodil

Interesting facts

Despite their beauty, all parts of the Narcissus tazetta plant are poisonous if ingested, containing alkaloids that can cause severe gastrointestinal distress.

In some cultures, Narcissus tazetta is associated with good fortune and prosperity, especially when it blooms around the Lunar New Year.

Its highly aromatic flowers have made it a valuable source in the perfumery industry, particularly in regions like Grasse, France.

The Bunch-Flowered Daffodil is one of the oldest cultivated daffodil species, with its presence noted in ancient Greek and Roman texts.

Special abilities

Produces multiple flowers on a single stem, maximizing visual impact and fragrance to attract a wider range of pollinators effectively.

Contains toxic alkaloids (lycorine) throughout the plant, deterring most herbivores from consuming its leaves or bulbs, ensuring its survival against grazing.

Emits a strong, sweet fragrance, particularly potent in the evening, which serves as a powerful attractant for nocturnal and diurnal pollinators.

Measurements & details

Length: 20-45 cm
Weight: 0.01-0.05 kg
Lifespan: 5-20 years

Diet & Feeding

As a plant, Narcissus tazetta produces its own food through photosynthesis, converting sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water into sugars for energy and growth. It absorbs essential nutrients from the soil via its root system.

Primary Foods

Sunlight
Water
Carbon Dioxide
Nitrogen (from soil)
Phosphorus (from soil)
Potassium (from soil)

Foraging Method

Nutrient Absorption

Ecological connections

mutualism

Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

Pollination

mutualism

Common Blue Butterfly

Polyommatus icarus

Pollination

eaten by

Garden Snail

Cornu aspersum

Herbivory/Defense

parasite

Narcissus Basal Rot Fungus

Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. narcissi

Pathogen

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Danger

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Bunch-Flowered Daffodil?

The easiest way to identify Bunch-Flowered Daffodil is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

How long is Bunch-Flowered Daffodil?

20-45 cm

How much does Bunch-Flowered Daffodil weigh?

0.01-0.05 kg

How long does Bunch-Flowered Daffodil live?

5-20 years

What does Bunch-Flowered Daffodil eat?

Where is Bunch-Flowered Daffodil usually found?

The Bunch-Flowered Daffodil is naturally found in rocky hillsides, scrublands, and open fields across the Mediterranean basin, thriving in well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

How does Bunch-Flowered Daffodil hunt?

Nutrient Absorption