Crocus haussknechtii
Boiss. & Reut. ex Boiss.
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Summary
Source: WikipediaCrocus haussknechtii is species of flowering plant growing from a corm native to southern Jordan, northern Iraq to western Iran.
Description
A corm-forming herb in the Iridaceae family that grows in dry fields and rocky hillsides.
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Edible Uses
The stigma is used as a spice.
Traditional Uses
The stigma is used as a spice,
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Distribution
It grows in dry fields and rocky hillsides.
Where It Grows
Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Middle East,
Synonyms
Crocus pallasii subsp. haussknechtii ( Boiss. & Reut. ex Maw) B. MatthewCrocus sativus var. haussknechtii Boiss. & Reut. ex Maw
References (2)
- Jacobsen, A. L., February 2013: edible Crocus www.arthurleej.com/plant of the month.html
- Seidemann J., 2005, World Spice Plants. Economic Usage, Botany, Taxonomy. Springer. p 122
