Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sativus
ID:
789511

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 36 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788844



Common Names

  • Crocus Sativus
  • Sativus Crocus
  • Sativus' Crocus


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Description

Crocus sativus (also called Saffron Crocus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region from Spain to Turkey. 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 sativus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its beautiful 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 sativus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Crocus sativus 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 sativus

Crocus sativus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Crocus sativus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crocus sativus?

Crocus sativus

What is the natural habitat of Crocus sativus?

It is found in rocky limestone areas in the Middle East.

What is the flowering season of Crocus sativus?

It flowers from late winter to early spring.

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,

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