Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rukšāns) Rukšāns
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Int. Rock Gard. 52: 28 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329957
Common Names
- Crocus sakariensis
- Sakariensis Crocus
- Sakariensis' Crocus
Description
Crocus sakariensis (also called Sakarya Crocus, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant that is native to the mountains of Turkey and Iran. It has a long, slender stem and bright yellow flowers. It is found in rocky, grassy meadows and open woodlands at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Crocus sakariensis is used as an ornamental plant, and is known for its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crocus sakariensis has white, star-shaped flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons and a single taproot.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crocus sakariensis is a bulbous perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers a cool, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be planted in a well-draining potting mix made up of equal parts of peat moss, perlite, and bark. Propagation is done through division of the bulbs or by seed.
Where to Find Crocus sakariensis
Crocus sakariensis is native to Turkey and can be found in the wild in the provinces of Antalya, Burdur, and Isparta.
Crocus sakariensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crocus sakariensis?
Crocus sakariensis
What is the common name of Crocus sakariensis?
Crocus sakariensis
Where does Crocus sakariensis grow?
Crocus sakariensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America
Species in the Crocus genus
Crocus abantensis,
Crocus adamii,
Crocus adanensis,
Crocus aerius,
Crocus alatavicus,
Crocus aleppicus,
Crocus alexandri,
Crocus almehensis,
Crocus ancyrensis,
Crocus angustifolius,
Crocus antalyensis,
Crocus artvinensis,
Crocus asturicus,
Crocus asumaniae,
Crocus athous,
Crocus atticus,
Crocus autranii,
Crocus autumnalis,
Crocus balansae,
Crocus banaticus,
Crocus baytopiorum,
Crocus biflorus,
Crocus boissieri,
Crocus boryi,
Crocus boulosii,
Crocus caeruleus,
Crocus cambessedesii,
Crocus cancellatus,
Crocus candidus,
Crocus carpetanus,
Crocus cartwrightianus,
Crocus caspius,
Crocus chrysanthus,
Crocus clusii,
Crocus corsicus,
Crocus crewei,
Crocus cvijici,
Crocus cyprius,
Crocus dalmaticus,
Crocus damascenus,
Crocus danfordiae,
Crocus dispathaceus,
Crocus duplex,
Crocus etruscus,
Crocus flavus,
Crocus fleischeri,
Crocus fritschii,
Crocus gargaricus,
Crocus geghartii,
Crocus gilanicus,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,