hoop-petticoat daffodil
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hoop-petticoat daffodil
Narcissus bulbocodium
The hoop-petticoat daffodil is a cheerful little flower with bright yellow petals that look like a fancy skirt! It blooms in spring and brings joy to gardens and meadows.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The hoop-petticoat daffodil has a unique, bell-shaped trumpet (corona) that is much larger than its tiny, often twisted petals. Its vibrant yellow or creamy white flowers face upwards or outwards, resembling a small petticoat. This distinctive form sets it apart from other daffodils.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassLiliopsidaOrderAsparagalesFamilyAmaryllidaceaeGenusNarcissus
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Despite their delicate look, vast fields of these daffodils paint mountain meadows bright yellow!
Each flower has six tiny petals almost hidden behind its giant, cup-shaped 'hoop'!
There are over 25 different types of hoop-petticoat daffodils, each with unique flower shapes!
This daffodil's scientific name means 'bulb with a woolly coat' in ancient Greek!
Special abilities
Ability
Bulb Survivalist
Hoop-petticoat daffodil has a hidden bulb that stores energy, allowing it to survive harsh winters and bloom early.
Ability
Natural Protector
Hoop-petticoat daffodil can produce a toxic compound called lycorine, which helps it defend against hungry animals.
Ability
Early Bloomer
Hoop-petticoat daffodil can bloom very early in spring, giving it a head start on pollination before other plants emerge.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-30 cm
- Spread
- 5-15 cm
- Flower Size
- 2-3 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late Winter to Early Spring
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Moderate
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Buff-tailed bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
collects nectar and pollen from early spring flowers.
pollinates
Western honey bee
Apis mellifera
attracted to its bright yellow petals and abundant pollen.
pollinates
Early Mining Bee
Andrena haemorrhoa
one of the first bees active in spring, relying on early blooms.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Do not eat any part of this flower, as it can make you feel sick.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is hoop-petticoat daffodil?
10-30 cm
How wide does hoop-petticoat daffodil spread?
5-15 cm
How big are the flowers on hoop-petticoat daffodil?
2-3 cm
When does hoop-petticoat daffodil bloom?
Late Winter to Early Spring
Is hoop-petticoat daffodil edible?
No
Is hoop-petticoat daffodil toxic?
Moderate
What is hoop-petticoat daffodil's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is hoop-petticoat daffodil pollinated?
Insect
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