naricis

Naricis is a term that may appear in some texts as an archaic or variant spelling of Narcissus, the genus of flowering plants commonly known as daffodils. In modern botanical usage, the accepted name is Narcissus; naricis is not standard nomenclature and is rarely used outside historical or regional writings.

Narcissus is a genus in the Amaryllidaceae family. It includes about 50 to 60 species native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. Plants are herbaceous perennials that grow from bulbs. They typically produce a flowering stem bearing six petal-like tepals and a central corona (the trumpet-shaped structure), with colors ranging from yellow and orange to white, depending on cultivar.

For cultivation, Narcissus bulbs require well-drained soil and a period of cool dormancy. They are widely grown as ornamentals in temperate gardens and as cut flowers. They are generally hardy in temperate climates and bloom in spring.

Toxicity: All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested, containing alkaloids such as lycorine; handling bulbs and plants may irritate the skin in some people.

Culture and symbolism: Narcissus features in art and literature, including Greek mythology, where Narcissus was a youth obsessed with his own reflection. The variant spelling naricis may appear in older texts or regional spellings, but Narcissus is the preferred modern form. See Narcissus for related topics and species.