Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering significantly during its dormant period in late summer or autumn to prevent bulb rot.
Ensure the pot has good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions.
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Pancratium foetidum, the Stinking Daffodil, is a bulbous perennial native to the Mediterranean region, producing fragrant white flowers with a strong, distinctive scent.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid harsh, direct sun, which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, sandy loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures, ideally between 18-24°C during the growing season. Cooler temperatures may be beneficial for dormancy.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
All parts are toxic, especially the bulb.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering significantly during its dormant period in late summer or autumn to prevent bulb rot.
Ensure the pot has good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions.
Remove spent flower stalks and yellowing leaves after flowering to maintain a tidy appearance and direct energy back into the bulb. Cut back dead foliage only when it has completely yellowed and dried.
Avoid pruning green leaves prematurely.
Propagate by offsets (bulblets) that form around the parent bulb. Carefully separate these in late summer or early autumn when the plant is dormant.
Replant them immediately in well-draining soil and water lightly to establish.
Repot every 2-3 years in late summer or early autumn, preferably after flowering. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the bulb.
Use a well-draining compost mix, such as a sandy loam, to provide good aeration for the bulbs.
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Where Stinking Daffodil (Pancratium foetidum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Pancratium |
| Species | Pancratium foetidum |
Similar in genus Pancratium
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