NARCISSUS or DAFFODILS
The flower is named after Narcissus in Greek legend (see Trivia below). "Narcissus" comes from the Greek for "numbness" referring to the narcotic properties of the plant.
The graceful narcissus flower takes its name from a Greek myth. Narcissus was a beautiful youth who refused the love of a nymph named Echo. In punishment the gods condemned him to fall in love with his own image. Forced to gaze constantly at his reflection in a clear pool, he pined away and died. In pity the gods changed Narcissus into a lovely flower bending its head over the water. According to another source, Narcissus, to console himself on the death of his twin sister, gazed into the water to recall her features.
They are good flowers for Geminis, who like the daffodil's yellow cheerfulness; and Pisces who appreciate the white narcissi's scented delicacy.
Feng Shui adherents believe the flower brings good luck for the next twelve months if forced to bloom at New Year.
In Victorian times daffodils signified regard, while narcissi meant self-esteem or even vanity.
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