Crocus Collection (page 6)

crocus, crocus tommasinianus barrs purple
3660 Crocus Crocus tommasinianus Barrs purple

crocus sativus, crocus, saffron crocus, purple subject
Crocus sativus Crocus - Saffron crocus Purple subject

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Crocus vernus. Low angled view of naturalised Crocus growing amongst grass in public park

Alpine Beauty in Nature Beginning Botany Bulb
Crocus, Early crocus, Crocus tommasinianus, Low view of frosted lilac purple buds emerging from dead leaves

Crocus, Crocus vernus, A spring scene of several purple flowers with minature daffodiils in soft focus in the foreground

Crocus, Crocus cultivar. Group of purple crocus with sunlight shining through petals of up-turned, open flowers

Solitary bee (Apoidea) feeding on Crocus (Crocus korolkowii), covered in pollen. Ansob Pass, Tajikistan. April

Crocus (Crocus sp) flower from above, closing in evening. Focus stacked

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) covered in pollen emerging from nectaring in Crocus (Crocus sp). On nature reserve, Surrey, England, UK. March

USA, Washington State, Seabeck. Spring crocus flowers close-up. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Flowering of Crocus nivea in Val Radons (Radons Valley), Albula region, Canton of Grisons (Graubunden), Switzerland, Europe

Pasque, aka crocus flowers, in the Bighorn Mountains of Wyoming, USA

USA, Washington State, Seabeck. Crocus blooms close-up. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

British Poisonous Plants, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Cassell & Co
British Poisonous Plants, mid-late 19th century. 1. Water Hemlock (Cicuta virosa). 2. Hemlock (Conium maculatum). 3. Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea). 4. Cypress Spurge (Euphorbia Cyparissias). 5

The Crocus Carpet of Spring, c1935. Creator: Unknown
The Crocus Carpet of Spring, c1935. Crocusses flowering in one of Londons many parks. From " Wonderful London, Volume 1", edited by Arthur St John Adcock. [The Fleetway House, London, c1935]

Crocus Maesiacus, 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa (1772-1846)
Crocus Maesiacus, illustration from Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D apres les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l Herbier de l amateur. pub. 1836 (hand coloured engraving)

Close-up of crocus flowers in bloom, Partnun, Prattigau, Davos, canton of Graubunden, Switzerland, Europe

FALL / BEAGLE / 1937
Three beagles in a row: YARRELLs FRISK CHAMPION CROCUS CHAMPION PIRATE Owner: Chelmsford Date: 1937

Flowering of crocus in Partnun, Prattigau valley, District of Prattigau / Davos, Canton of Graubunden
Flowering of crocus in Partnun, Prattigau valley, District of Prattigau/Davos, Canton of Graubunden, Switzerland, Europe

Cuckoo Pint, Spring Meadow Saffron, Star Hyacinth, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler
I Arum; II Arum lalifolium; III Colcbicum vernium flo pleno purpureum; IIII Hyacintbus Stellalus flore coeruleo; Besler was an apothecary in Nuremberg

Hyacinths and an Autumn Crocus, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler (1561-1629), pub
I Hyacinthus Orientalis violacco colore albislineis; II Hyacinthus Orientalis flore duplici; III Hyacinthus Orientalis reflexis floys

Stinking Hellebore, and Two Kinds of Crocus, from Hortus Eystettensis, by Basil Besler
I Helleboraster maximus; II Crscusvernus polyantsos varie gatris; III Crscusvernus polyantsos albus; Besler was an apothecary in Nuremberg

Saffron Crocus, 1821. Artist: LFJ Hoquart
Saffron Crocus, 1821. From Phytographie Medicale, by Joseph Roques (1772-1850), 1821

Parsifal in Quest of the Holy Grail, 1912. Artist: Ferdinand Leeke
Parsifal in Quest of the Holy Grail, 1912

Flowers / Larousse 1913
Annuals & Biannuals: hyacinths, tulips, foxgloves; nasturtiums, chrsyanthemums, lily, sweet peas, pansies, marigold, crocus, eschscholzia, begonia. 1913

Iris Reticulata and Crocus Chrysanthus
Two spring flowers growing alongside each other. The Iris Reticulata (left), an early flowering hardy perennial of the Iridaceae family, with purple flowers

Crocus, the first flower of springtime in the Yukon; Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

Water droplets on a crocus in springtime, Yukon, Canada
Water droplets on the crocus flower, a sure sign of spring in the Yukon; Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

Prairie Crocus blooming on the tundra and snowcapped mountains, Kluane National Park, Yukon, Canada
Purple, Prairie Crocus (Pulsatilla patens) blooming on the tundra in spring with the snowcapped mountains in the distance in Kluane National Park; Yukon, Canada

Close up of crocuses in a meadow, mountains in the background
Close up of crocuses in a meadow with snow-capped mountain in the background and blue sky and clouds; Waterton, Alberta, Canada

Crocus at Sunrise in Spring, Husum Schlosspark, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Shadow from tree on grass with crocus in spring, Husum, Schlosspark, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Close-up of tree trunk with crocus in spring, Husum, Schlosspark, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Close-up of crocus in early Spring, Schwerin, Western Pomerania, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

Spring Crocus in Snow, Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

Crocus Vernus in Snow, Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

Spring Crocuses in Snow, Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

A honey bee enters a crocus blossom; Astoria, Oregon, United States of America

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"Crocus: A Delicate Spring Beauty" As winter fades away, nature awakens with the arrival and snowdrops. These vibrant flowers bring a burst of color to gardens and meadows, signaling the start of spring. However, beneath their enchanting appearance lies a cautionary tale - some species are poisonous plants. Among the various types of crocus, one stands out as the largest purple spring crocus - Crocus vernus. Its majestic blooms captivate onlookers with their deep hues and delicate petals. Picture No. 11808556 perfectly captures its beauty in all its glory. But crocuses aren't just admired for their aesthetics; they hold practical value too. Crocus sativus is known for producing saffron, a highly prized spice used in culinary delights around the world. This variety, also referred to as Crocus sativa or common saffron crocus, has been cultivated for centuries due to its aromatic flavor and medicinal properties. Interestingly enough, even ladybugs find solace among these blossoms. The 7-spot ladybird can often be spotted crawling over crocuses, adding an extra touch of charm to this already picturesque scene. Another noteworthy member of the crocus family is Crocus tommasinianus - a hardy plant that thrives in various climates and soil conditions. Its resilience makes it a popular choice among garden enthusiasts looking to add splashes of color throughout their landscapes. Whether you're drawn to their ornamental appeal or fascinated by their culinary significance, there's no denying that crocuses hold a special place within our natural world. From poisonous plants like Saffron crocus (Crocus sativa) to resilient varieties such as Crocus tommasinianus – each contributes something unique and beautiful when it comes time for spring's awakening.