Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atticus
ID:
789199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Orph.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Bull. Congr. Bot. Petersb. 1869: 118 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788532

Common Names

  • Attic Crocus
  • Attic Saffron
  • Attic Autumn Crocus

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Description

Crocus atticus (also called Attic Crocus, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a cormous root system and an erect stem. It is native to Greece and is found in moist habitats such as meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Crocus atticus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crocus atticus is a yellow-orange color with a purple center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crocus atticus 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 atticus can also be grown from seed, but it may take several years for the plants to flower.

Where to Find Crocus atticus

Crocus atticus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Crocus atticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crocus atticus?

Crocus atticus

What type of plant is Crocus atticus?

A perennial flowering plant

Where is Crocus atticus native to?

Greece

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,

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