Wild saffron, Italian crocus
Crocus longiflorus
Family: Iridaceae
What it is like
A herb.
Where it is found
It is a Mediterranean plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Europe, France, Italy, Mediterranean, Sicily
How it is used for food
The stigmas of the flowers are used as a substitute for saffron. The flowers are eaten raw.
Edible parts
Flowers - dye