Crocus veneris

Crocus veneris

Native to:
Cyprus

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Iridaceae
Genus:
Crocus
Species:
Crocus veneris

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
10 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jan,feb,mar
Bloom Colors:
purple, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months before sowing in well-drained soil.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash