Species
Crocus tommasinianus
Etymology
Crocus: The Greek name for saffron, possibly from kroke 'thread', the filaments of the styles being used for cooking and to produce dye
Family
Iridaceae
Flora Category
Vascular - Exotic
Structural Class
Monocotyledonous Herbs
Flower Colours
Violet / Purple
This page last updated on 18 Jan 2010