Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Tecophilaeaceae

Genus:

Tecophilaea

Species:

Tecophilaea cyanocrocus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte

Height:

15 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

blue, violet

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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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; germination occurs in cool conditions.

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