Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
siculus
ID:
789795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tineo

Source:
iplants

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sicul. Prodr. , Suppl. 1: 7 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789128



Common Names

  • Crocus siculus
  • Sicilian crocus
  • Sicilian saffron


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Description

Crocus siculus (also called Sicilian crocus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a bulbous perennial that grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Crocus siculus is used in the garden as an ornamental plant and is also used in the production of dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crocus siculus is purple, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crocus siculus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Crocus siculus

Crocus siculus is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Crocus siculus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crocus siculus?

Crocus siculus

What is the common name of Crocus siculus?

Sicilian Crocus

Where is Crocus siculus found?

Mediterranean

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,