Narcissus willkommii
Care, watering, light and tips for Narcissus willkommii on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Amaryllidaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Narcissus willkommii
Narcissus willkommii, also known as the Algarve Daffodil, is a charming small daffodil species endemic to the Algarve region of Portugal. Its delicate yellow flowers, often solitary or in small clusters, emerge in winter or early spring, adding a splash of color to rock gardens, path edges, or pots. Its compact size makes it ideal for bulb collections or for enhancing small spaces with its subtle beauty.
Native range
Southwestern Iberian Peninsula (southern Portugal and southwestern Spain)
Care tips
It requires full sun to light partial shade and well-drained soil, preferably sandy or rocky, mimicking its natural habitat. Watering should be moderate during the growing and flowering period, drastically reducing in summer when the bulb goes dormant. Avoid waterlogging at all costs, as it is extremely susceptible to bulb rot. A common mistake is overwatering during dormancy or planting it in heavy, poorly drained soils.
How to save a dying Narcissus willkommii
- Warning signs
- Wilted or yellowing leaves, dry tips. Lack of flowering or weak blooms.
- First aid
- Move to partial shade. Check substrate moisture, water if dry. Ensure optimal drainage.
- What kills it
- Overwatering causing bulb rot. Lack of light or intense direct sun and drought.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if the bulb is not completely rotted. Act quickly by adjusting watering and location.