Crocus cyprius
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Endemic to the Troodos Mountains of Cyprus, Crocus cyprius is a perennial bulbous plant reaching 10 cm in height, with a flattened corm covered by a papery, ringed tunic. Its three to four erect, dark green leaves bear a distinct white midrib stripe. From January to April it produces small, cup-shaped flowers, 3 to 4 cm across, in light lilac delicately marked with darker staining, with a prominent deep-purple stigma. It grows in stony mountain soils and thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and a dry summer rest period.
- Family :Iridaceae
- Growth :winter grower
- Flowering height :0-15 cm
- Uses :Culture en pot - En pleine terre
Growing cycle
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Growth :January (sem. 1-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-4), June (sem. 1-4), July (sem. 1-4), August (sem. 1-4), September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-4), November (sem. 1-4), December (sem. 1-4)