Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bifloriformis
ID:
1322653

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kernd. & Pasche

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Stapfia 97: 11 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335107



Common Names

  • Bifloriform Crocus
  • Bifloriform Spring Crocus
  • Bifloriform Mountain Crocus


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Description

Crocus bifloriformis (also called 'Two-Flowered Crocus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Iridaceae family. It is native to the Balkans, and is found in grassy meadows and rocky slopes. It has a corm root system, and its leaves are linear and grass-like. Its flowers are white or yellow, and have three petals and three sepals.

Uses & Benefits

Crocus bifloriformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crocus bifloriformis has small yellow flowers with three petals and a short corolla tube. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crocus bifloriformis is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the corms.

Where to Find Crocus bifloriformis

Crocus bifloriformis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Crocus bifloriformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crocus bifloriformis?

Crocus bifloriformis

What is the natural habitat of Crocus bifloriformis?

Alpine meadows and grasslands in the mountains of Turkey and Iran

What is the blooming period of Crocus bifloriformis?

Late winter to early spring

Species in the Crocus genus

Crocus abantensis, Crocus adamii, Crocus adanensis, Crocus aerius, Crocus alatavicus, Crocus aleppicus, Crocus alexandri, Crocus almehensis, Crocus ancyrensis, Crocus angustifolius, Crocus antalyensis, Crocus artvinensis, Crocus asturicus, Crocus asumaniae, Crocus athous, Crocus atticus, Crocus autranii, Crocus autumnalis, Crocus balansae, Crocus banaticus, Crocus baytopiorum, Crocus biflorus, Crocus boissieri, Crocus boryi, Crocus boulosii, Crocus caeruleus, Crocus cambessedesii, Crocus cancellatus, Crocus candidus, Crocus carpetanus, Crocus cartwrightianus, Crocus caspius, Crocus chrysanthus, Crocus clusii, Crocus corsicus, Crocus crewei, Crocus cvijici, Crocus cyprius, Crocus dalmaticus, Crocus damascenus, Crocus danfordiae, Crocus dispathaceus, Crocus duplex, Crocus etruscus, Crocus flavus, Crocus fleischeri, Crocus fritschii, Crocus gargaricus, Crocus geghartii, Crocus gilanicus,

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

References

Erich Pasche (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pasche' in the authors string.
Helmut Kerndorff (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kernd.' in the authors string.