Meadow saffron
Scientific name: Colchicum autumnale
A late-blooming flower, Meadow saffron looks like a crocus, displaying similar pink flowers once its leaves have died back. It is a highly poisonous plant of meadows and woodland rides and clearings.
Species information
Statistics
Height: 10-40cmConservation status
Classified as Near Threatened on the Vascular plant red data list for Great Britain.