Crocus etruscus
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Crocus etruscus (Tuscan crocus) is a species of flowering plant in the genus Crocus of the family Iridaceae, endemic to woodlands of Central Tuscany (Italy).[1] It is a cormous perennial growing to 8 cm (3.1 in) tall. The lilac flowers with purple veining and prominent orange stigmas appear in early spring.[2]
In nature the plant has "near-threatened" status.[3] However, it also appears in cultivation. It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.[4]
References
- ^ "Contributo alla conoscenza della flora vascolare endemica di Toscana ed aree contermini. 1. Crocus etruscus Parl. (Iridaceae)". Inform. Bot. Ital 42(1): 47-52. 2010.
{{cite news}}: Unknown parameter|authors=ignored (help) - ^ RHS A-Z encyclopedia of garden plants. United Kingdom: Dorling Kindersley. 2008. p. 1136. ISBN 1405332964.
- ^ "Crocus etruscus". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Retrieved 22 July 2013.
- ^ "Crocus etruscus". Royal Horticultural Society. Retrieved 22 July 2013.[permanent dead link]
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