Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Genus:
Species:
triphyllum
ID:
764708

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Flora 29: 755 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764041

Common Names

  • Colchicum Triphyllum
  • Autumn Crocus
  • Meadow Saffron

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Description

Colchicum triphyllum (also called Three-Leaved Meadow Saffron, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to the Caucasus region. It grows in grassy meadows and rocky slopes, and has white, pink or purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Colchicum triphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used to decorate bouquets and flower arrangements. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Colchicum triphyllum has white or pink flowers with six petals and a yellow anther. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Colchicum triphyllum is a hardy perennial that is native to the Caucasus 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 triphyllum

Colchicum triphyllum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Greece to the Middle East.

Colchicum triphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Colchicum triphyllum?

Colchicum triphyllum

What is the family of Colchicum triphyllum?

Colchicaceae

What is the native range of Colchicum triphyllum?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-302970: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Kunze (1793-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunze' in the authors string.