Paperwhite Narcissus Plant
Paperwhite Narcissus (Narcissus papyraceus) is a bulb growing 12-18 inches tall, hardy in USDA zones 8-11, with moderate growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring full sun and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Bulb
Height
30-45 cm
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy loamy
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Mediterranean, Asia
Climatic Condition
Temperate
Temperature (°)
10-15°C
Humidity (%)
50-70%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10-10-10)
Watering
Infrequent, low
Plant Weight
100-200 g
Flowering Time
Winter, Spring
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Water Ph level
6.5 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental (flowers)
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Ornamental, air-purifying, promotes relaxation
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Bulb Rot, Narcissus Basal Rot, Aphids, Mealybugs, Fungal Leaf Spot
Symptoms
Soft, mushy bulbs, brown spots on leaves, sticky residue
Organic Remedies
Improve soil drainage, remove infected bulbs, use neem oil
HEALTH BENEFITS
⚠️ Toxicity Warning: All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested. It is primarily ornamental with no known medicinal benefits.