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Crocus imperati

Early Crocus
Also known as: Crocus imperati var. albiflorus Ten. +12 more
  • Crocus imperati var. albiflorus Ten.
  • Crocus imperati var. reidii Maw
  • Crocus imperatonianus Herb.
  • Crocus imperatonianus var. albus Herb.
  • Crocus imperatonianus var. montanus Herb.
  • Crocus imperatonianus var. princeps Herb.
  • Crocus imperatonianus var. rupestris Herb.
  • Crocus incurvus Donn ex Steud.
  • Crocus neapolitanus (KerGawl.) Ten.
  • Crocus recurvus Haw.
  • Crocus reflexus Donn
  • Crocus suaveolens subsp. imperati (Ten.) Colas.
  • Crocus vernus var. neapolitanus KerGawl.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Iridaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.

Naturally occurring in Europe, Crocus imperati (commonly known as Early crocus) is a tuberous plant belonging to the Iridaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.

Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southeastern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Italy

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
New York

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