The Element Encyclopedia
by Theresa Cheung
The cheerful yellow petals of the daffodil bring brightness to spring, when it is one of the first flowers to appear, showing that winter is over. Because of this it is a symbol of hope and renewal. Therefore if a daffodil appears in your dream, you may be entering a new phase of your life. On the other hand, you may urgently need an injection of cheerfulness and optimism to brighten your life.
The smaller form of daffodil, traditionally known as the narcissus, warns against self-centeredness and not to confuse shadow for substance.