poet’s narcissus

The poet's narcissus (Narcissus poeticus) is a fragrant plant, typically with white flowers and a shallow, reddish-edged corona. It is one of about 40 species in the genus Narcissus, native primarily to Europe and belonging to the amaryllis family. These bulbous plants are often fragrant and are popular garden ornamentals and cut flowers.12

The genus Narcissus is named after Narcissus, a figure in Greek mythology known for his beauty. According to myth, he fell in love with his own reflection and pined away, with the narcissus flower springing up where he died. The term "narcissism" in psychology refers to excessive self-esteem or self-involvement.3