Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
laetum
ID:
764604

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steven

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 1: 262 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763937

Common Names

  • Meadow Saffron
  • Autumn Crocus
  • Naked Lady

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Description

Colchicum laetum (also called Joyful 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 laetum 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 laetum 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 laetum is a hardy perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a bulbous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height and has white or pink flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the bulbs. The bulbs should be planted in autumn and will flower in spring.

Where to Find Colchicum laetum

Colchicum laetum can be found in the mountainous regions of the Balkans, including Albania, Bulgaria, Greece, and Macedonia.

Colchicum laetum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Colchicum laetum?

Colchicum laetum

What is the family of Colchicum laetum?

Colchicaceae

What is the native range of Colchicum laetum?

Greece and Turkey

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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