Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctatus
ID:
1333145

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.Mathew) Kernd., Pasche & Harpke

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 260: 138 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345599



Common Names

  • Crocus Punctatus
  • Punctatus Crocus
  • Punctatus's Crocus


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Description

Crocus punctatus (also called Punctate Crocus, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with long, narrow leaves and small, purple flowers. It is native to Turkey and is found in grasslands and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Crocus punctatus is a native Australian plant that is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crocus punctatus is yellow and has three petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crocus punctatus can be propagated by division or by seed. It requires a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in well-draining, acidic soil and watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Crocus punctatus

Crocus punctatus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Crocus punctatus FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Crocus punctatus?

Crocus punctatus prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal light for Crocus punctatus?

Crocus punctatus prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil does Crocus punctatus need?

Crocus punctatus prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix.

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

Brian Mathew (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Mathew' in the authors string.
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.
Dörte Harpke (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harpke' in the authors string.