Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gembosii
ID:
1334454

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rukšāns

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Int. Rock Gard. 76: [29] (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346908



Common Names

  • Crocus gembosii
  • Gembosii Crocus
  • Crocus Gembosii


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Description

Crocus gembosii (also called 'Gembos Crocus', among many other common names) is a species of crocus found in the Mediterranean region. It has thin, green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, grassy meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Crocus gembosii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used as a source of food, spices, and dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crocus gembosii has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crocus gembosii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It is also susceptible to frost damage, so it should be grown in a warm, sheltered position. It is best propagated in spring or early summer, when the soil is warm and moist.

Where to Find Crocus gembosii

Crocus gembosii can be found in the mountains of Greece and Turkey.

Crocus gembosii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crocus gembosii?

Crocus gembosii

What is the natural habitat of Crocus gembosii?

Crocus gembosii is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the common names of Crocus gembosii?

Common names for Crocus gembosii include Mediterranean crocus, yellow crocus, and yellow-flowered crocus.

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

Jānis Rukšāns (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rukšāns' in the authors string.