Autumn crocus
Crocus nudiflorus
Family: Iridaceae
What it is like
A herb.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Europe, Spain
How it is used for food
The bulbs, flowers and seeds are nibbled.
Edible parts
Bulbs, roots, flowers, seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Zargatena
Synonyms
Crocus aphyllus Ker Gawl.; Crocus fimbriatus Lapeyr.; Crocus medius Balb.; Crocus multifidus Ramond; Crocus pyrenaeus Herb.;