Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.Mathew) Rukšāns
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
World Crocuses 535. 2017
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424248
Common Names
- Crocus Xantholaimos
- Xantholaimos Crocus
- Crocus
Description
Crocus xantholaimos (also called Yellow-haired Crocus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the temperate regions of Europe. It has a single, erect stem with a few leaves and a few flowers. It grows in moist forests and is found in Austria, Bulgaria, France, and Germany.
Uses & Benefits
Crocus xantholaimos is a perennial plant with small, yellow flowers. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crocus xantholaimos has yellow flowers with three petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crocus xantholaimos is a hardy perennial native to Europe. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the corms in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the fall or spring.
Where to Find Crocus xantholaimos
Crocus xantholaimos can be found in Greece.
Crocus xantholaimos FAQ
What is the common name of Crocus xantholaimos?
Yellow-Stemmed Crocus
What type of soil is best for Crocus xantholaimos?
Well-draining, sandy soil
How much light does Crocus xantholaimos need?
Full sun
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,