Status:
valid
Authors:
Özhatay & E.Kaya
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Istanbul Üniv. Eczac. Fak. Mecm. 46: 126 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347651
Common Names
- Colchicum Osmaniyense
- Osmaniyen Colchicum
- Osmaniyen Meadow Saffron
Description
Colchicum osmaniyense (also called Osmaniye Colchicum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Asia. It has a short stem and long leaves, and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Colchicum osmaniyense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to make a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Colchicum osmaniyense has small, yellow flowers with purple centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Colchicum osmaniyense is a perennial herb native to Turkey. It is best grown in a well-drained, sandy soil in full sun. It prefers temperatures between 50-75°F and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the corms.
Where to Find Colchicum osmaniyense
Colchicum osmaniyense can be found in Turkey.
Colchicum osmaniyense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Colchicum osmaniyense?
Colchicum osmaniyense
What is the common name of Colchicum osmaniyense?
Osmani Colchicum
What is the natural habitat of Colchicum osmaniyense?
Grassy slopes
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
Erdal Kaya: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Kaya' in the authors string.