Narcissus sp.
Family: Amaryllidaceae · Type: Perennial · Not Native
Narcissus sp. is a non-native California perennial in the Amaryllidaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Hemerocallis: Narcissus grows from bulbs and blooms in spring; Hemerocallis grows from fibrous roots and blooms in summer.; vs Oxalis: Narcissus has six petals around a central trumpet; Oxalis has five simple petals with no crown and clover-like leaves.; vs Iris: Narcissus has upright trumpet flowers with all petals similar; Iris has three upright petals and three drooping falls.; vs Freesia: Narcissus flowers have a distinctive central crown or trumpet; Freesia flowers are tubular funnels with no crown structure.; vs Allium: Narcissus has large solitary flowers with a central crown; Allium has many small flowers clustered in a round ball.
Frequently asked questions
Is Narcissus sp. native to California?
No. Narcissus sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Narcissus sp. belong to?
Narcissus sp. is in the Amaryllidaceae family, genus Narcissus.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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