Crocus ancyrensis
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| Crocus ancyrensis (Herb.) Maw 1881
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Crocus ancyrensis, sometimes known as the Ankara crocus,[1] is a species of flowering plant in the genus Crocus of the family Iridaceae, endemic to North and central Turkey.[2]
The plant commonly flowers between the months of February to April at 1000–1600 m altitude. It commonly grows near rocks, bushes and pines. Rich in sugar and starch, it can be combined with onions to be eaten. It is a common staple in Anatolia.[citation needed]
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References
- ^ "BSBI List 2007". Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland. Archived from the original (xls) on 2015-01-25. Retrieved 2014-10-17.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|deadurl=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families
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