Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
kurdicum
ID:
764603

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stef.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Sborn. B'lghar. Akad. Nauk 22: 42 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763936

Common Names

  • Meadow Saffron
  • Autumn Crocus
  • Naked Lady

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Description

Colchicum kurdicum (also called Kurdish Meadow Saffron, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has long, thin, green leaves and small pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Colchicum kurdicum is a popular houseplant that is known for its attractive foliage and bright yellow 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 kurdicum has star-shaped flowers with 6 petals, which are white or pinkish-white in color. The seeds are small, brown, and round, and are contained in a capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Colchicum kurdicum is a tropical perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). It prefers a soil that is rich in organic matter and well-draining. Propagation is done by seed or by dividing the rhizomes. The seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist.

Where to Find Colchicum kurdicum

Colchicum kurdicum can be found in the mountainous regions of Turkey and Iran.

Colchicum kurdicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Colchicum kurdicum?

Colchicum kurdicum

What is the family of Colchicum kurdicum?

Colchicaceae

What is the native range of Colchicum kurdicum?

Eastern Mediterranean

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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