Crocus reticulatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steven ex Adams
Source:
iplants
Year:
1805
Citation Micro:
Beitr. Naturk. 1: 45 (1805)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788828
Common Names
- Crocus Reticulatus
- Reticulatus Crocus
- Reticulatus' Crocus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crocus reticulatus (also called Reticulated Crocus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean Basin, from Spain and Morocco east to Iran, and also in the Canary Islands. It is a cormous perennial growing to 5–15 cm tall, with linear leaves 5–15 cm long. The flowers are purple, with three petals and three sepals, the outer two petals with a yellow patch at the base.
Uses & Benefits
Crocus reticulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive purple flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crocus reticulatus 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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Crocus reticulatus 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 reticulatus
Crocus reticulatus is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, including France, Italy, and Spain.
Crocus reticulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crocus reticulatus?
Crocus reticulatus
What type of plant is Crocus reticulatus?
Perennial
What is the average height of Crocus reticulatus?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-327436: Based on the initial data import
Johann Friedrich Adam (1780-1832): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adams' in the authors string.
Christian von Steven (1781-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steven' in the authors string.