What Colors Do Narcissus Flowers Have?
As one of the most representative ornamental flowers in winter and spring seasons, narcissus flowers have become the stars of the annual flower market with their elegant appearance. Their unique biological characteristics and rich color system contain many botanically intriguing features.
Narcissus Color Classification System
Evolution of Narcissus Colors in China
Traditional Chinese narcissus are known for their simplicity and elegance, mainly presenting a classic combination of white petals with bright yellow corona. In recent years, through genetic improvement techniques, colorful varieties such as red, blue, and green have been cultivated. Among them, the red narcissus uses natural pigment injection technology, with petals showing a gradient of rouges, becoming a new favorite in the annual flower market.
Analysis of Color Spectrum of Imported Narcissus
Imported varieties of narcissus have a richer color gene pool, capable of displaying warm colors such as orange-red and pink-purple. The 'Captain of Holland' variety with its orange-red gradient petals contrasts sharply with the pure white variant 'Snow Queen', while the purple 'Mysterious Veil' variety forms a unique color through anthocyanin enrichment.
Detailed Morphological Characteristics of Narcissus
Leaf Growth Characteristics
Narcissus leaves have a unique flat, sword-like structure, covered with a waxy protective layer. Mature leaves can reach up to 50cm in length, and through a precise photosynthesis system, a single plant can support the nutritional supply of 5-11 leaves.
Root Development Pattern
The milky white fibrous root system has super absorption capabilities. In an environment of 15-20°C, new rootlets can extend 2-3cm daily, forming a dense network for nutrient absorption.
Bulb Structure Analysis
The conical bulb encases 6-8 layers of fleshy scales, with each axillary bud capable of differentiating into a new plant. The outer brown protective film contains natural antibacterial components, effectively preventing soil-borne diseases.
From bulb germination to flowering takes about 45 days, a process that requires key stages such as low-temperature vernalization and light control. By precisely controlling day and night temperature differences, the blooming period can be effectively extended to 20-25 days.