Plant species

netted crocus Crocus reticulatus

Iridaceae

Species information

Description

A low cormous plant with narrow, often longitudinally striped leaves and solitary tubular flowers. An early spring crocus of dry Karst grasslands, usually with conspicuous dark striping on the outer tepals.

Plant traits

Growth form

geophyte / forb

Life cycle

perennial

Height

5–15 cm

Typical season

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Active growth

Flowering

Fruiting

Timing varies with site and year.

Habitat conditions

Habitat

dry grasslands · rocky habitats

Light

full sun

Moisture

dry

Soil

base-rich

Substrate

calcareous

Pollination

insect pollination

Status

native

Interesting facts

The fine net-like stripes on the outer flower segments inspired the name reticulatus.

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