Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Dutch Crocus |
| MainColor | Violet |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | February |
| ImageUrl | Crocus-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location | Chroleywood |
| Human Toxicity |  Mildly_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Spring Crocus is a perennial flowering plant known for its vibrant purple, white, or yellow blooms that emerge in early spring. The flowers are cup-shaped and often have a striking orange or yellow stigma. The plant grows from a corm and features narrow, grass-like leaves.
Distribution
Native to the Alps and other parts of Central and Southern Europe, it is widely cultivated in gardens across temperate regions worldwide.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Caution Advised - while some parts are used in culinary applications, others may be toxic if consumed in large quantities.
Human Toxicity
Mildly Toxic - ingestion of corms can cause gastrointestinal distress if consumed in large amounts.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion may lead to vomiting and diarrhoea.
Active Compounds
Crocin, picrocrocin, safranal.