Crocus etruscus — a medium houseplant
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Crocus etruscus

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). 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.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Genus
Crocus
Family
Iridaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Etruscan Crocus en Tuscan crocus
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Crocus etruscus leaf
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Crocus etruscus leaf
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Crocus etruscus flower
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Crocus etruscus flower
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Crocus etruscus habit
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Crocus etruscus habit
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