Crocus (Spring) malyi

From the family, Iridaceae, having common name(s) associated with the genus; Snow Crocus.

Coll. CEH.519 in Croatia: Velebit Range, near Karlobag, 520 m alt., 1982. This sturdy species grows well, setting seed reliably, in spite of the limited geographical range in nature. The flowers are large, white, so slightly tinted with rose as to appear almost white. They have a rich yellow throat. The base of the segments and the upper part of the perianth tube suffused greyish-purple. The bright orange style branches form a magnificant contrast to the white segments. AGM. Ht. 3-4 inches.

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Catalog Number: F08-2210