winter daffodil
plant
Also known as: Sternbergia lutea
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The winter daffodil, Sternbergia lutea, is an autumn-blooming perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is often cultivated for its ornamental value, featuring solitary yellow flowers.1
While commonly referred to as a daffodil, it is distinct from the more widely known spring-blooming daffodil (Narcissus pseudonarcissus), which belongs to the amaryllis family. The winter daffodil's bloom time and origin differentiate it from its spring-blooming relative.21
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