Colchicum sp. (Autumn Crocus)

Colchicum sp. (Autumn Crocus) purple flower close up growing from dark rocky soil surface.
Colchicum sp. (Autumn Crocus) purple flower cluster rising directly from dry grey rocky soil surface.

Botanical name: Colchicum sp.

Common name: Autumn Crocus

Family: Colchicaceae    (Formerly:Colchicaceae / Liliaceae)

USDA Zone: 4-8

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Toxic or PoisonousIrritating or toxic: Toxic plant/plant part

The common names "Autumn Crocus", "Meadow Saffron" and "Naked Lady" may be applied to the whole genus or to many of its species; they refer to the "naked" crocus-like flowers which appear in late summer or autumn, long before the strap-like foliage which appears in spring.

All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested and will cause skin irritation on contact.




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