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Autumn Crocus

Colchicum autumnale

Photo by misako
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Field Notes

Description:

Colchicum autumnale, commonly known as autumn crocus, meadow saffron or naked lady, is a flower which resembles the true crocuses, but flowering in autumn. (This is not a reliable distinction, however, since there are many true crocuses that flower in autumn.) The name "naked lady" comes from the fact that the flowers emerge from the ground long after the leaves have died back. (Wikipedia)

Habitat:

UC Berkeley Botanical Gardens, Berkeley, CA.

Notes:

This is the first time I have seen this species. It is nice to know that I can have crocuses blooming twice a year.

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Comments (1)

Thank you Julio--I thought they were lovely too!

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