narcissus
The origin and history of narcissus.
Etymology
From Latin narcissus, borrowed from Greek, likely connected to a word for numbness — echoing the plant's reputed sedative properties.
The origin and history of narcissus.
From Latin narcissus, borrowed from Greek, likely connected to a word for numbness — echoing the plant's reputed sedative properties.
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