Colchicum
MESHD003079
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.
Synonyms
- Colchicums
- Colchicum autumnale
- autumnales, Colchicum
- Colchicum autumnales
- Autumn Crocus
- Crocus, Autumn
- Meadow Saffron
- Meadow Saffrons
- Saffron, Meadow
- Saffrons, Meadow
- Fall Crocus
- Crocus, Fall
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