Autumn Crocus
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Autumn Crocus
Names: Colchicum autumnale, naked-ladies, colchicum, meadow saffron Note: this plant is not a crocus or saffron.
Description: A perennial herb in the lily family that grows from a bulb. Looks similar to an onion, leaves grow about a foot high, flowers sprout on stalks and are white / purple / pink.
Concern level: Low in North America, grows wild in Europe and the Middle East.
Toxic parts: The whole plant is deadly toxic.
Symptoms: Appear 3-6 hours after ingestion. Bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain, weak pulse, low body temperature, difficulty breathing.
Danger: Highly toxic and fatal.
More information: U Texas
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