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Crocus

Crocus sp.

Notes:

Soon after snow melted, this little plant bloomed unexpectedly. It was a pleasant surprise in then colorless garden:)

1 Species ID Suggestions

ceherzog
ceherzog 12 years ago
Crocus
Crocus sp. Crocus


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4 Comments

CornHolio
CornHolio 12 years ago

This particular plant is listed as a cultivated variety of Crocus. The saffron crocus belongs to another member down the line called Iridaceae: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iridaceae

annorion
annorion 12 years ago

The stamens is what saffron is made from yes?

CornHolio
CornHolio 12 years ago

Thank you both:)

alicelongmartin
alicelongmartin 12 years ago

Your flower is a Crocus!

CornHolio
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CornHolio

Pennsylvania, USA

Spotted on Mar 18, 2010
Submitted on Dec 5, 2011

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