Status:
valid
Authors:
Erol & Can
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 30: 665 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334949
Common Names
- Demirizianus Crocus
- Demiriz Crocus
- Crocus Demiriz
Description
Crocus demirizianus (also called Demiriz's Crocus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats. It has an upright, branching habit and produces white flowers with yellow centers.
Uses & Benefits
Crocus demirizianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crocus demirizianus has yellow flowers with purple centers and a pleasant aroma. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crocus demirizianus is a bulbous plant that is native to Turkey. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the corms. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Crocus demirizianus
Crocus demirizianus is native to Turkey. It can be found in grassy meadows and open woodlands.
Crocus demirizianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crocus demirizianus?
Crocus demirizianus
What is the natural habitat of Crocus demirizianus?
Crocus demirizianus is found in the temperate forests of the Himalayas
What are the common uses of Crocus demirizianus?
Crocus demirizianus is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant
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
Osman Erol: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Erol' in the authors string.
Levent Can: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Can' in the authors string.