Crocus pulchricolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Herb. ex Tchich.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Asie Min., Bot. 2: 523 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788817
Common Names
- Crocus Pulchricolor
- Pulchricolor Crocus
- Pulchricolor's Crocus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crocus pulchricolor (also called 'Beautiful Crocus', 'Beautiful Saffron', 'Beautiful 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 pulchricolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crocus pulchricolor is a yellow, funnel-shaped flower with six petals and a three-lobed stigma. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crocus pulchricolor is a bulbous perennial that is best grown in well-drained, moderately fertile soil in full sun. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn. Plant the bulbs 4-6 inches deep and 4-6 inches apart.
Where to Find Crocus pulchricolor
Crocus pulchricolor is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, including France, Italy, and Spain.
Crocus pulchricolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crocus pulchricolor?
Crocus pulchricolor
What type of plant is Crocus pulchricolor?
Perennial
What is the average height of Crocus pulchricolor?
4-6 inches
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
Pyotr Chikhachyov (1808-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tchich.' in the authors string.
William Herbert (1778-1847): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:436671-1: Based on the initial data import