Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
antilibanoticum
ID:
764480

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gomb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 104: 286 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763813

Common Names

  • Colchicum antilibanoticum
  • Lebanese Colchicum
  • Lebanese Meadow Saffron

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Description

Colchicum antilibanoticum (also called Antilibanon Colchicum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Middle East. It has long, thin leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Colchicum antilibanoticum is a popular houseplant that is known for its attractive foliage and bright pink flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and can be used to create a tropical look in the garden. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Colchicum antilibanoticum has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Colchicum antilibanoticum can be propagated by seed or by division of the corms. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Plant the corms 5-10 cm deep and 15-20 cm apart. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a cold frame. Division of the corms should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Colchicum antilibanoticum

Colchicum antilibanoticum can be found in Lebanon and Syria.

Colchicum antilibanoticum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Colchicum antilibanoticum?

Colchicum antilibanoticum is native to the Middle East.

What type of soil does Colchicum antilibanoticum prefer?

Colchicum antilibanoticum prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much sunlight does Colchicum antilibanoticum need?

Colchicum antilibanoticum needs partial to full shade.

Species in the Colchicum genus

Colchicum alpinum, Colchicum antilibanoticum, Colchicum arenarium, Colchicum arenasii, Colchicum asteranthum, Colchicum atticum, Colchicum autumnale, Colchicum balansae, Colchicum baytopiorum, Colchicum bivonae, Colchicum boissieri, Colchicum bulbocodium, Colchicum burttii, Colchicum chalcedonicum, Colchicum chimonanthum, Colchicum cilicicum, Colchicum confusum, Colchicum corsicum, Colchicum cretense, Colchicum crocifolium, Colchicum cupanii, Colchicum davisii, Colchicum decaisnei, Colchicum doerfleri, Colchicum dolichantherum, Colchicum eichleri, Colchicum euboeum, Colchicum fasciculare, Colchicum feinbruniae, Colchicum filifolium, Colchicum freynii, Colchicum gonarei, Colchicum graecum, Colchicum haynaldii, Colchicum heldreichii, Colchicum hierosolymitanum, Colchicum hirsutum, Colchicum hungaricum, Colchicum imperatoris-friderici, Colchicum inundatum, Colchicum kesselringii, Colchicum kotschyi, Colchicum kurdicum, Colchicum laetum, Colchicum leptanthum, Colchicum lingulatum, Colchicum longifolium, Colchicum lusitanum, Colchicum luteum, Colchicum macedonicum,

Species in the Colchicaceae family

Baeometra uniflora, Baeometra uniflora, Burchardia bairdiae, Burchardia congesta, Burchardia monantha, Burchardia multiflora, Burchardia rosea, Burchardia umbellata, Camptorrhiza indica, Camptorrhiza strumosa, Colchicum alpinum, Colchicum antilibanoticum, Colchicum arenarium, Colchicum arenasii, Colchicum asteranthum, Colchicum atticum, Colchicum autumnale, Colchicum balansae, Colchicum baytopiorum, Colchicum bivonae, Colchicum boissieri, Colchicum bulbocodium, Colchicum burttii, Colchicum chalcedonicum, Colchicum chimonanthum, Colchicum cilicicum, Colchicum confusum, Colchicum corsicum, Colchicum cretense, Colchicum crocifolium, Colchicum cupanii, Colchicum davisii, Colchicum decaisnei, Colchicum doerfleri, Colchicum dolichantherum, Colchicum eichleri, Colchicum euboeum, Colchicum fasciculare, Colchicum feinbruniae, Colchicum filifolium, Colchicum freynii, Colchicum gonarei, Colchicum graecum, Colchicum haynaldii, Colchicum heldreichii, Colchicum hierosolymitanum, Colchicum hirsutum, Colchicum hungaricum, Colchicum imperatoris-friderici, Colchicum inundatum,

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