El narcissus triandrus is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family of the genus Narcissus. It can be seen on the shores of the Mediterranean, and some of its species can be found in regions of the Asian continent, such as Japan and China.
Characteristics of the Narcissus triandrus
With linear, deep green leaves, it produces two to three small to medium-sized flowers per stem in spring. It is characteristic in its flowers that its petals open backwards, where they become more visible. Its flowers remain in an inclined position and show a rather delicate appearance, they can be white or yellow. They give off a strong fragrance and prefer damp soils.
Its cultivation
El narcissus triandrus of the genus Narcissus it is suitable for the garden, whether in full sun or in partial shade. It is a species that adapts very well to various types of soil, however, it develops better in soft soils, rich in nutrients and well drained, where there is no stagnation of water. Excessive moisture can rot the plant.
When selecting specimens to grow, be sure to choose those that guarantee the best quality, best if they are large and do not have any imperfections. The bigger they are, the better their flowering will be. When you get ready to cultivate the NarcissusYou must take into account the ambient temperature and carry out the cultivation with great care. Try to open the hole to a depth equal to twice the bulb. Keep the plant covered to prevent it from freezing.
The bulbs can be planted close to each other, but you will get better flowering if you follow the directions shown on the packaging. To further help the bulbs in their growth, you can apply fertilizer at the time of implantation, as soon as the first leaves emerge from the ground.
The use of fertilizers helps young plants to store the energy required for before and after the flowering period of the Narcissus. If the flowering obtained is not to your liking, then try to extract the plants, to make sure the health status of the bulb or to slim the plant. After flowering it is convenient to allow the plant to develop until it dries naturally, which will result in better energy storage for the following season.
To give your space a refined and more orderly mood, try not to remove the leaves immediately after flowering, so you will get more beautiful flowers. It is advised that you leave the bulbs in the ground for a long period, which can be three to four years. You can take them out just in case of dividing or scattering them one more time.
Propagation
For the reproduction of Narcissus triandrus, there are two options:
- By division: In this case, you must remove the main bulb from the ground every 3 or 4 years, make sure to separate the lateral bulbs that are in its environment.
- By seed: Place the seeds collected at the end of flowering in a seedbed. This procedure will be a bit longer and laborious, fraught with unforeseen events. If you intend to cultivate the plants for their reproduction, you must be patient and wait for the results. The approximate time to see the first flowers can be 5 to 10 years.
Plagues and diseases
As is customary in most bulbous species, this plant requires well-drained soils, where there is no stagnation of water, because this can cause its roots to rot, even causing the death of the plant. In relation to pests, this plant is prone to snail attack, in addition to the daffodil fly.
Uses
White jonquil is suitable for massifs in open terrain. They can be placed in containers of various models, both indoors and outdoors. Because it is a rustic species, it does not require much attention. Suitable for rock gardens. Its flowers have multiple uses; including the production of perfumes.