Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
versicolor
ID:
789857

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ker Gawl.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 28: t. 1110 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789190



Common Names

  • Versicolor Crocus
  • Crocus versicolor
  • Variegated Crocus


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Description

Crocus versicolor (also called 'Rainbow Crocus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the iris family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in grassy meadows and rocky slopes. The plant has a small, cup-shaped flower with petals in shades of white, purple, and yellow. It grows to a height of 10-15 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Crocus versicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crocus versicolor has flowers that are yellow or white with purple veins. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crocus versicolor is a bulbous perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil slightly moist. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring. Divide the clumps every few years to keep them healthy.

Where to Find Crocus versicolor

Crocus versicolor is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in parts of France, Italy, and Spain.

Crocus versicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crocus versicolor?

Crocus versicolor

What is the common name of Crocus versicolor?

Variegated Crocus

What is the natural habitat of Crocus versicolor?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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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