Jonquil
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Jonquil
Aprosmictus jonquillaceus
Jonquils are cheerful flowers that bloom in bright yellow or white! They are part of the daffodil family and love sunny spots.
Habitat: Gardens and meadows
Appearance
The Jonquil has clusters of small, intensely fragrant, golden-yellow flowers, often with a slightly darker, shallow cup. Its slender, dark green leaves are distinctive, resembling rushes rather than broad blades, setting it apart from many broad-leaved daffodils.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsida
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
"Jonquil" comes from a Latin word meaning 'rush,' inspired by its slender, rush-like leaves!
Despite their beauty, Jonquil bulbs can sometimes be mistaken for onions, which is a big mistake!
Jonquils are often seen as symbols of desire and sympathy, making them special gifts.
These lovely flowers are part of the Narcissus family, which includes many types of daffodils.
Special abilities
Ability
Powerful Perfume
Jonquil can release a strong, sweet scent that helps attract pollinating insects from a distance to its vibrant blooms.
Ability
Toxic Defense
Jonquil has special compounds in its bulbs and leaves, making it poisonous to animals that might try to eat it.
Ability
Clump Power
Jonquil can grow in dense clumps, making its bright flowers more visible and creating a stronger scent to attract pollinators.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 20-45 cm
- Spread
- 15-30 cm
- Flower Size
- 2-5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Moderate
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
Visits flowers for nectar and pollen.
pollinates
Buff-tailed bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
Helps spread pollen between blooms.
shelters
European fire ant
Myrmica rubra
Ants may nest near the plant's base.
Traits
Ornamental
Ornamental plants are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic appeal, enhancing landscapes and gardens with their attractive foliage, flowers, or form.
Cluster Flower
Cluster flowers are inflorescences where individual flowers are arranged closely together on a common stem.
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.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Also known as
Jonquil DaffodilNarcissus jonquilla
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Jonquil?
20-45 cm
How wide does Jonquil spread?
15-30 cm
How big are the flowers on Jonquil?
2-5 cm
When does Jonquil bloom?
Spring
Is Jonquil edible?
No
Is Jonquil toxic?
Moderate
What is Jonquil's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Jonquil pollinated?
Insect
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