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Autumn Crocus

Colchicum autumnale

Least Concern

About

The Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale) is a species in the genus Colchicum. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Europe (7 countries), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Colchicum autumnale (Autumn Crocus)

Names in Other Languages

French colchique dautomne

German Herbst-Zeitlose

Similar Species in Colchicum

Thin-flowered Colchicum

Colchicum leptanthum

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Autumn Crocus?

The scientific name of Autumn Crocus is Colchicum autumnale. It belongs to the genus Colchicum.

What is the conservation status of Autumn Crocus?

Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Autumn Crocus live?

Autumn Crocus is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Europe (7 countries), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Latvia, Libya, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Autumn Crocus belong to?

Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale) belongs to the genus Colchicum, which is part of the taxonomic family Colchicaceae.

Is Autumn Crocus endangered?

No, Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Autumn Crocus belong to?

Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Autumn Crocus?

The closest relatives of Autumn Crocus in the genus Colchicum include Sand Saffron, Thin-flowered Colchicum.