Crocus aleppicus
Family: Iridaceae
What it is like
A herb with a corm or bulb.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean climate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Jordan (country/location of origin), Middle East
How it is used for food
The bulbs (corms) are eaten raw or roasted. The soft seeds are eaten raw.
Edible parts
Corms, root, young seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Hlayyam, Shuhaim