When talking about getting a floral tattoo, there are a plethora of different directions that you can take. Flowers are plentiful and colorful. All flowers will hold their own meaning that is specific to their name. Symbolism is plentiful when it comes to flower tattoos and the daffodil is no different. Even within the different ways the daffodil might be depicted, there may be different meanings. The genus of the daffodil is called narcissus and has common names like the daffodil, jonquil, daffadowndilly and narcissus. Originally, daffodils were white and yellow. Through specific breeding and emasculation, daffodils have taken on different colors. Today you might see orange, red, pink and green daffodils which makes this plant a favorite for flower and tattoo enthusiasts.

In this article we plan to explain the meaning behind the daffodil tattoo. In addition, we will talk about the different ways you may see this flower depicted in a tattoo and what it might mean to that person.

Daffodil Tattoo Symbolism

The daffodil holds specific symbolism depending on what culture we are talking about. This flower can symbolize life or death. In some cultures, you’re looking at symbolism that represents good luck and in others, specifically in Europe, the daffodil might represent prosperity and wealth if you saw the first bloom of the year.

In addition to some of the above examples, the daffodil is the national flower of Wales and it is associated with St. David’s Day. In other cultures, it is a sign of spring and renewal because of the time it blooms. This also makes the daffodil a representation of spring celebrations like Easter. Easter is not the only celebration the daffodil is associated with but probably the most notable.

This flower has historically been written about and used in visual arts. It’s even been known to be found in the graves of Egyptians in ancient times. The daffodil or narcissus is associated with the myth of the youth who was turned into a flower. This was represented in classic Graeco-Roman writing. In this story, the boy was taken to the underworld with the Goddess Persephone who was picking them. Daffodils are said to grow in the underworld so in this case, the daffodil tattoo would be a symbol of death.