cyclamineus daffodil ‘Jenny’
The ancient Romans believed that sap from daffodils had healing powers. Recent research suggests that some of these compounds may have potential to treat cancer, so perhaps the Romans were right!
Narcissus ‘Jenny’ (cyclamineus daffodil) has one long, narrow tube-shaped flower per stem.Cyclamineus daffodil grows 10-12” tall and blooms early to mid-season. The outer parts of the flower are creamy white, while the central trumpet is yellow. Besides potential for healing, the leaves and bulbs contain toxic compounds that help to keep deer and other herbivores away.
| Botanical Name | Narcissus ‘Jenny’ |
| Common Name | cyclamineus daffodil ‘Jenny’ |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| USDA Zone | 3 thru 8 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Season(s) of interest | spring |
| Height and Spread | 9-12in x 6-9in (22-30cm x 15-22cm) |
| Flower Color | White, Yellow |
| Attracts Wildlife | Rarely Browsed by Mammalian Herbivores |
| Additional Information | Not Native to the US Midwest. Horticultural origin. |
| Location in Lurie Garden | Northeast Light Plate, Southeast Light Plate, North Dark Plate, Southeast Dark Plate, East Dark Plate |
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