Crocus moabiticus
Bornm. & Dinsm.
Iridaceae Edible: Bulbs, Seeds
Summary
Source: WikipediaCrocus moabiticus is a species of flowering plant in the genus Crocus of the family Iridaceae. It is a cormous perennial native to north western Jordan.
Description
A bulbous herb in the Iridaceae family native to Mediterranean and desert regions. The bulbs and seeds are both edible parts.
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Edible Uses
The bulbs are roasted and eaten, and the soft seeds are eaten raw.
Traditional Uses
The bulbs are roasted and eaten. The soft seeds are eaten raw.
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Distribution
It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It grows in the desert.
Where It Grows
Jordan, Middle East,
Also Known As
I'hlian, Shuhhaim
References (4)
- 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
- Oran, S. A. S., 2015, Selected wild plant species with exotic flowers from Jordan. International Journal of Bioversity and Conservation. Vol. 7(5), pp 308-320
- Oran, S. A. S., 2015, Selected Wild Aromatic Plants in Jordan. International Journal of Medicinal Plants. Photon 108 (2015) 686-699
