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Mar 4, 2021 13:28:46 #
Nice shots Kathy, I particularly like the daffodils - or whatever they are called.
OK, you roused my curiosity so I googled. Here is what I found:
Narcissus Genus
Narcissus is the Latin name or botanical name for daffodils, and daffodil is the common name for all members that fall under the genus Narcissus. The American Daffodil Society recommends the name daffodil except for scientific writing. Often confused with the use of narcissus and daffodil is the term jonquil, which is a specific type of daffodil with dark green leaves and clusters of several small and fragrant flowers – different from the daffodil's one flower and flat leaves. Most daffodils, including the jonquil, are grown in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 4 through 9.
Common Usage
The term narcissus includes hundreds of species. Some people use narcissus to refer to the miniature, white blooms called paperwhites (Narcissus tazetta papyraceous), a popular daffodil sold during the holidays for indoor enjoyment. Others use the term daffodil to refer to the large, trumpet-shaped flowers you see bloom in bright yellow and pale yellow. In some parts of the country, the yellow daffodil is referred to as a jonquil. In England, the daffodil is called the "Lent lily."
OK, you roused my curiosity so I googled. Here is what I found:
Narcissus Genus
Narcissus is the Latin name or botanical name for daffodils, and daffodil is the common name for all members that fall under the genus Narcissus. The American Daffodil Society recommends the name daffodil except for scientific writing. Often confused with the use of narcissus and daffodil is the term jonquil, which is a specific type of daffodil with dark green leaves and clusters of several small and fragrant flowers – different from the daffodil's one flower and flat leaves. Most daffodils, including the jonquil, are grown in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 4 through 9.
Common Usage
The term narcissus includes hundreds of species. Some people use narcissus to refer to the miniature, white blooms called paperwhites (Narcissus tazetta papyraceous), a popular daffodil sold during the holidays for indoor enjoyment. Others use the term daffodil to refer to the large, trumpet-shaped flowers you see bloom in bright yellow and pale yellow. In some parts of the country, the yellow daffodil is referred to as a jonquil. In England, the daffodil is called the "Lent lily."
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Susan yamakawa wrote:
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Mar 4, 2021 17:26:33 #
jpgto
Loc: North East Tennessee
Great series. However I am really liking the second one, the colors, clarity and contrast are amazing!
Mar 4, 2021 19:16:57 #
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Mar 5, 2021 08:25:57 #
weberwest wrote:
Nice shots Kathy, I particularly like the daffodil... (show quote)
Well, that settles that! Thanks so much for all the information. I knew there would be someone here who knows!
Mar 5, 2021 08:26:26 #
jpgto wrote:
Great series. However I am really liking the second one, the colors, clarity and contrast are amazing!
Thanks. Those cactus are quite striking.
Mar 5, 2021 08:27:17 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
Spring is promising to arrive soon in all it’s glory!
It's one of those things we can count on - the change of seasons. It will come. We just don't always know when.
Mar 5, 2021 16:12:46 #
AzPicLady wrote:
to check on the irises. They're not blooming yet. Nor are the candida tulips. But the narcissus were out in full force!
Great set! Thanx for sharing.
Mar 5, 2021 16:33:34 #
Lovely set Kathy, I have them in the garden known as Jonquils part of the Daffodil family. 
Mar 5, 2021 16:42:10 #
AzPicLady wrote:
to check on the irises. They're not blooming yet. Nor are the candida tulips. But the narcissus were out in full force!
i love the narcissus flowers, and the curvy ladies are quite curvy...love the beautiful scenery in the last shot!
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