Crocus danfordiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maw
Source:
iplants
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 16: 781 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788624
Common Names
- Crocus Danford
- Danford Crocus
- Crocus Danfordiae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Crocus danfordiae (also called Danford's Crocus, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant of the genus Crocus. It has a single, cup-shaped, white flower with yellow stamens. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is often found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Crocus danfordiae 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 danfordiae 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crocus danfordiae is a bulbous perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Plant the bulbs in the fall, about 4-6 inches deep and 4-6 inches apart. The bulbs will produce flowers in the spring. Propagate by dividing the clumps of bulbs in the spring or by seed.
Where to Find Crocus danfordiae
Crocus danfordiae can be found in the Mediterranean region, mainly in the mountains of Turkey and Greece.
Crocus danfordiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crocus danfordiae?
Crocus danfordiae
What is the common name of Crocus danfordiae?
Danford's Crocus
What is the natural habitat of Crocus danfordiae?
Woodlands and meadows
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-327237: Based on the initial data import
George Maw (1832-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maw' in the authors string.