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Narcissus-flowered Anemone (Anemone narcissiflora)

Anemone narcissiflora, commonly known as Narcissus-flowered anemone or Narcissus anemone, is a charming perennial wildflower belonging to the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae).

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Scientific Name: Anemone narcissiflora L.
• Common Names: Narcissus-flowered anemone, Narcissus anemone
• Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup family)
• Synonyms: Anemonastrum narcissiflorum (L.) Holub, Homalocarpus narcissiflorus
• Varieties/Subspecies:
  • Anemone narcissiflora var. monantha
  • Anemone narcissiflora var. villosissima
  • Anemone narcissiflora var. zephyra (synonyms: Anemone narcissiflora ssp. zephyra, Anemone zephyra, Bransfordia zephyrum ssp. zephyrum)

Distribution and Habitat

• Native to alpine meadows in central and southern Europe.
• Also found in the west and southwest USA.
• Grows in well-drained alpine meadows to arctic tundra, and in woods and heathlands.
• Observed on tundra slopes in locations such as Denali National Park.

Morphological Characteristics

• Herbaceous perennial, growing to a height of 0.6 meters (2 feet) and a spread of 0.5 meters (1 foot 8 inches).
• Features divided green basal leaves.
• Produces umbels of white flowers, often with a pinkish flush.
• Flowers in May, with seeds ripening from June.
• Aerial shoots range from 7 to 60 cm, emerging from ascending to vertical caudices.

Cultivation

• Hardy to zone (UK) 3.
• Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Requires well-drained soil.
• Displays average growth rate.

Interactions with Other Organisms

• Susceptible to pests such as aphids, slugs, and snails.
• Can be affected by diseases like narcissus basal rot, narcissus bulb fly, and tulip fire.

Further Information

• Discover Life offers information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Anemone narcissiflora.
• Steven Foster Photography provides stock photos.