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Crocus pallasii

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Crocus pallasii is a species of flowering plant in the genus Crocus of the family Iridaceae, found from the Balkan Peninsula to Levant and West Iran. It is a possible ancestor of the domesticated saffron crocus, Crocus sativus.

Description

A bulb-forming herb of the iris family found in Mediterranean climates.

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Edible Uses

The bulbs are eaten raw or roasted, and the soft seeds are eaten raw.

Traditional Uses

The bulbs 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

Europe, Jordan, Middle East, Turkey, Türkiye,

Also Known As

Guhi, Guzcimi, Shuhhaim

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
  • Ertug, F, Yenen Bitkiler. Resimli Türkiye Florası -I- Flora of Turkey - Ethnobotany supplement
  • Jacobsen, A. L., February 2013: edible Crocus www.arthurleej.com/plant of the month.html

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