Crocus hyemalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & C.I.Blanche
Source:
iplants
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 4: 93 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788685
Common Names
- Winter Crocus
- Snow Crocus
- White Crocus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crocus hyemalis (also called 'Winter Crocus', 'Winter Saffron', 'Winter Saffron Crocus' among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it grows in grassy meadows, rocky slopes, and other open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Crocus hyemalis is a popular garden plant, often used for its attractive blue flowers. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators, and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crocus hyemalis is a light purple with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crocus hyemalis is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the corms.
Where to Find Crocus hyemalis
Crocus hyemalis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.
Crocus hyemalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crocus hyemalis?
Crocus hyemalis
What is the common name of Crocus hyemalis?
Winter Crocus
What is the natural habitat of Crocus hyemalis?
It is found in rocky limestone hills in the Mediterranean region
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-327298: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Charles Isodore Blanche (1823-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.I.Blanche' in the authors string.