Genus guide
Narcissus — 26 species
Part of the Amaryllis & allium family family (Amaryllidaceae)
Narcissus is a bulbous genus of spring-flowering plants encompassing daffodils, jonquils, and Poet's Narcissus, beloved for their cheerful yellow and white blooms. Outdoors and when forced indoors, they require full sun to light shade — at least five to six hours daily — and moderate watering, with soil kept evenly moist during active growth but allowed to dry once foliage yellows. The ASPCA confirms all Narcissus are toxic to cats, dogs, and horses; the bulbs are the most dangerous part, containing lycorine alkaloids that can cause vomiting, drooling, tremors, and cardiac arrhythmia in severe cases.
All Narcissus species we cover
- Angel's Tears Daffodil
- Angel's Tears Daffodil
- Angel's Tears Narcissus
- Bunch-flowered Narcissus
- Cyclamen-flowered Daffodil
- Daffodil
- Daffodil
- Hoop Petticoat Daffodil
- Hoop Petticoat Daffodil
- Ice Follies Daffodil
- Jonquil
- King Alfred Daffodil
- Narcissus 'February Gold'
- Narcissus 'Hawera'
- Narcissus 'Ice Follies'
- Narcissus 'Jetfire'
- Narcissus 'Minnow'
- Narcissus 'Pipit'
- Narcissus 'Tahiti'
- Narcissus 'Tete-a-Tete'
- Narcissus 'Thalia'
- Paperwhite Narcissus
- Poet's Narcissus
- Poet's Narcissus
- Rock Daffodil
- Tenby Daffodil
Narcissus — frequently asked questions
Are Narcissus plants toxic to cats and dogs?
Most Narcissus are not pet-safe. Of the 26 Narcissus species in the Growli library, 26 (100%) carry a toxic or mildly-toxic ASPCA classification and 0 are pet-safe. Always confirm the exact species on its pet-safety page before trusting it around cats or dogs.
How much light do Narcissus plants need?
Most Narcissus do best in direct sun. If yours stretches toward the window or loses its variegation it wants more light; scorched or bleached leaves mean it is getting too much direct sun.
Are Narcissus easy to care for?
Some Narcissus suit more experienced growers — several want strong light, sharp drainage or a specific seasonal rhythm. Check the individual species page for the exact regime.
How many Narcissus varieties are there?
Growli's care library covers 26 Narcissus species and varieties — browse them all above. They share a similar light, water and soil pattern, so once you learn one Narcissus, the rest follow closely.
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