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Autumn crocus, Colchique

Colchicum autumnale

Photo by Ioannis
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Description:

Small violet flowers emerging from ground while the plant has no leaves.
Similar appearance with crocus but different plant, colchicum is a toxic plant with pharmaceutical use.

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Colchicum autumnale

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