Autumn crocuses (Colchicum autumnale)

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Autumn crocuses (Colchicum autumnale)

Image: © Evelyn Simak Taken: 9 Nov 2019

Colchicum autumnale (commonly known as autumn crocus, naked ladies, colchicum, and meadow saffron), a member of the lily family, is a highly poisonous perennial herb. It is native to Europe where it grows in gardens as well as in meadows and woodlands.

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Image Location

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Latitude
52.57881
Longitude
1.337282