Colchicum kotschyi
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| Colchicum kotschyi | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Monocots |
| Order: | Liliales |
| Family: | Colchicaceae |
| Genus: | Colchicum |
| Species: | C. kotschyi |
| Binomial name | |
| Colchicum kotschyi Boiss. | |
Colchicum kotschyi is a species native to the Middle East which blooms very early for an autumn flowering colchicum, as early as August. The flowers open to a pink-purple colour, but white flowered specimens are common in the wild. The plant reaches up to 6" tall and grows well in sunny, warm locations. [1]
References
- ↑ Autumn Bulbs by Roy Leeds (B.T. Batsford Ltd) 2006 ISBN 0-7134-8962-6
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