Crocus aleppicus
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCrocus aleppicus is a species of flowering plant in the genus Crocus of the family Iridaceae, that is found from West Syria to the Palestine region.
Description
A Mediterranean climate herb in the Iridaceae family with a corm or bulb.
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Edible Uses
The corms (bulbs) are eaten raw or roasted, and the soft young seeds are eaten raw.
Traditional Uses
The bulbs (corms) are eaten raw or roasted. The soft seeds are eaten raw.
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Distribution
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia, Jordan*, Middle East,
Also Known As
Hlayyam, Shuhaim
References (3)
- Al-Qura'n, S. A., 2010, Ethnobotanical and Ecological Studies of Wild Edible Plants in Jordan. Libyan Agriculture Research Center Journal International 1(4):231-243
- Jacobsen, A. L., February 2013: edible Crocus www.arthurleej.com/plant of the month.html
- Tukan, S. K., et al, 1998, The use of wild edible plants in the Jordanian diet. International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition. 49:225-235
