Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
hantamense
ID:
808932

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) J.C.Manning & Vinn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 880 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808266



Common Names

  • Hantam Colchicum
  • Autumn Crocus
  • Meadow Saffron


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Description

Colchicum hantamense (also called Hantam meadow saffron, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant with white or pink flowers. It is native to South Africa, and is typically found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Colchicum hantamense is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Colchicum hantamense is white with six petals and six stamens. The seed is small and round with a black seed coat. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Colchicum hantamense is a bulbous perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or by division in spring or autumn. Bulbs should be planted in autumn for best results.

Where to Find Colchicum hantamense

Colchicum hantamense is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Colchicum hantamense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Colchicum hantamense?

Colchicum hantamense

What is the common name of Colchicum hantamense?

Hantam Meadow Saffron

Where is Colchicum hantamense found?

It is found in the Western Cape, South Africa

Species in the Colchicum genus

Colchicum alpinum, Colchicum antilibanoticum, Colchicum arenarium, Colchicum arenasii, Colchicum asteranthum, Colchicum atticum, Colchicum autumnale, Colchicum balansae, Colchicum baytopiorum, Colchicum bivonae, Colchicum boissieri, Colchicum bulbocodium, Colchicum burttii, Colchicum chalcedonicum, Colchicum chimonanthum, Colchicum cilicicum, Colchicum confusum, Colchicum corsicum, Colchicum cretense, Colchicum crocifolium, Colchicum cupanii, Colchicum davisii, Colchicum decaisnei, Colchicum doerfleri, Colchicum dolichantherum, Colchicum eichleri, Colchicum euboeum, Colchicum fasciculare, Colchicum feinbruniae, Colchicum filifolium, Colchicum freynii, Colchicum gonarei, Colchicum graecum, Colchicum haynaldii, Colchicum heldreichii, Colchicum hierosolymitanum, Colchicum hirsutum, Colchicum hungaricum, Colchicum imperatoris-friderici, Colchicum inundatum, Colchicum kesselringii, Colchicum kotschyi, Colchicum kurdicum, Colchicum laetum, Colchicum leptanthum, Colchicum lingulatum, Colchicum longifolium, Colchicum lusitanum, Colchicum luteum, Colchicum macedonicum,

Species in the Colchicaceae family

Baeometra uniflora, Baeometra uniflora, Burchardia bairdiae, Burchardia congesta, Burchardia monantha, Burchardia multiflora, Burchardia rosea, Burchardia umbellata, Camptorrhiza indica, Camptorrhiza strumosa, Colchicum alpinum, Colchicum antilibanoticum, Colchicum arenarium, Colchicum arenasii, Colchicum asteranthum, Colchicum atticum, Colchicum autumnale, Colchicum balansae, Colchicum baytopiorum, Colchicum bivonae, Colchicum boissieri, Colchicum bulbocodium, Colchicum burttii, Colchicum chalcedonicum, Colchicum chimonanthum, Colchicum cilicicum, Colchicum confusum, Colchicum corsicum, Colchicum cretense, Colchicum crocifolium, Colchicum cupanii, Colchicum davisii, Colchicum decaisnei, Colchicum doerfleri, Colchicum dolichantherum, Colchicum eichleri, Colchicum euboeum, Colchicum fasciculare, Colchicum feinbruniae, Colchicum filifolium, Colchicum freynii, Colchicum gonarei, Colchicum graecum, Colchicum haynaldii, Colchicum heldreichii, Colchicum hierosolymitanum, Colchicum hirsutum, Colchicum hungaricum, Colchicum imperatoris-friderici, Colchicum inundatum,

References

Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
Annika Vinnersten (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vinn.' in the authors string.