Colchicum
Synonyms
Autumn Crocus
Colchicum autumnale
Colchicum autumnales
Colchicums
Crocus, Autumn
Crocus, Fall
Fall Crocus
Meadow Saffron
Meadow Saffrons
Saffron, Meadow
Saffrons, Meadow
autumnales, Colchicum
A genus of poisonous, liliaceous plants. The roots (corms) of Colchicum autumnale, the fall crocus or meadow saffron, yield COLCHICINE, which is used as a biochemical tool and to treat gout. Other members of this genus yield saffron dye, flavoring agents, and aromatics.
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