Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Mathew
Source:
iplants
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 27: 327 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788522
Common Names
- Antalya Crocus
- Antalya Saffron
- Antalya Autumn Crocus
Description
Crocus antalyensis (also called Antalya Crocus, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a cormous root system and an erect stem. It is native to Turkey and is found in moist habitats such as meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Crocus antalyensis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Crocus antalyensis sub. antalyensis
Crocus antalyensis sub. striatus Erol & Koçyiğit
Crocus antalyensis sub. gemicii Șik & Erol
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Crocus antalyensis is a deep purple color. The seed is a small, black, shiny, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crocus antalyensis is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best propagated by division in spring or early summer. The corms should be planted about 4 inches deep and spaced about 8 inches apart. They should be kept moist until established. Crocus antalyensis can also be grown from seed, but it may take several years for the plants to flower.
Where to Find Crocus antalyensis
Crocus antalyensis is native to Turkey.
Crocus antalyensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crocus antalyensis?
Crocus antalyensis
What type of plant is Crocus antalyensis?
A perennial flowering plant
Where is Crocus antalyensis native to?
Turkey
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,