Narcissus papyraceus (from papyrus and aceus; meaning paper-like[1]), one of a few species known as paperwhite, is a perennial bulbous plant native to the Mediterranean region, from Greece to Portugal plus Morocco and Algeria.

The species is considered naturalized in the Azores, Corsica, Texas, California and Louisiana.

Paperwhites are part of the genus Narcissus which includes plants known as daffodils.

Unlike other Narcissus species, paperwhites do not require chilling to promote bloom.

Narcissus papyraceus thrives in moist, peat moss based potting mix.