What is the difference between daffodils and narcissus?

The difference between daffodils and narcissus flowers

Daffodil flowers are much larger than daffodils, and the colors are brighter and richer. The colors of the petals and corona of daffodils vary, including white, red, yellow, etc. There are many combinations of different colors, which is why there are so many varieties of daffodils. In addition, the shapes and sizes of daffodil coronas vary. For example, some are trumpet-like, some are skirt-like, and some are almost flat on the petals. The petals of daffodils are generally white, but some rare ones are yellow. The corona in the middle of the petals is more like a collar and is golden in color.

The difference between the scent of daffodils and narcissus

Daffodils have a strong fragrance and their aroma can be smelled from far away. The scent of daffodils is relatively fresh, similar to the fragrance of ordinary grass flowers.

The difference between the number of flowers of daffodils and narcissus

Generally, daffodils only have one flower on each peduncle, while narcissus usually has 3-8 flowers on each peduncle.

The difference between the flowering period of daffodils and narcissus

The natural flowering period of daffodils is between January and February when the climate is relatively cold. The flowering period of daffodils is relatively late, generally in the warmer period of March to April.

The difference between the bulbs of daffodils and narcissus

There are usually many buds on a daffodil bulb, and the bulb is often very large. However, the bulbs of daffodils usually have only 2 or 3 buds, and are much smaller than those of daffodils. In addition, the outer skin of daffodil bulbs is yellowish brown in color, relatively dry, and easy to peel off, while the outer skin of narcissus bulbs is darker in color and not easy to peel off.