Narcissus Flower Greek Myth. Some say that it was the Narcissus flower. In fact the myth may not even be the true source of the word hyacinth.
The son of a river god and a nymph was widely celebrated across Greece for his beauty. Narcissus is a greek name that became linked to this plant thousands of years ago. It doubles as both the common name and scientific moniker for about 50 different flower varieties including all of the common Daffodils.
Even the lovely nymph Echo could not manage to tempt him from his self-absorption.
He was a very beautiful young man and many fell in love with him. 25042021 Narcissus flower greek mythology. 21032017 Narcissus is a Greek name that became linked to this plant thousands of years ago. On the place where he died a flower sprang up.