Thursday Thirteen ~ #10

13 Things about Daffodil's Other Name: Jonquil. Botanical Name: Narcissus. Daffodil's are a trumpet shaped blossom surrounded by petals usually of a contrasting color. Colors: yellow-white, yellow-orange, pink, lime green. Season: Late Fall to Spring. Greek mythological character, Narcissus, who was known to be so arrogant that when he looked into a mirror he fell in love with his reflection. He was later said to have been turned into the flower. Meaning -Chivalry, respect, you are my only one, the sun shines when I'm with you, unrequited love. Bloom Size: 3 to 4 inches in diameter. Color Pattern: bi-color. National flower of Wales. Many poets such as Oscar Wilde and William Wordsworth have written about this flower. It is said that Prince Charles receives one Daffodil annually as payment for the unused land in Sicily. Flowers are fragrant. Some species have frilly petals. Get the Thursday Thirteen code here! The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!