Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Daffodils


The daffodils refers to 'spring'. daffodil is the common name. The official botanical name of the whole genus is Narcissus. Daffodils have been known for thousands of years. The drooping head of the daffodil flower represents Narcissus staring at himself in the water. In Roman days, the Romans thought that daffodil sap had healing properties, and brought it along with them on conquests. It became a well-loved flower everywhere with its early blooming and bright colors. There are thousands of daffodil festivals across the world each spring, celebrating the arrival of the beautiful blossoms.
Daffodils easily grow from bulbs in most temperate climates. They are most known for their yellow color and can have centers in colors ranging from white to yellow to orange.