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Crocus candidus

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Corm tunic membranous. Leaves only one or two dark green and up to 9mm wide appearing with the flowers. Flowers 5-7cm tall, white with yellow throat and bluish flecking outside, spring. North-western Turkey, in stony places at low altitude. Best in bulb frame or alpine house.

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