Crocus demirizianus sp nov from northwestern Turkey

A new species, Crocus demirizianus O. Erol & L. Can is described and illustrated from northwestern Turkey. Crocus demirizianus was found in the Canakkale province, near the district of Can, and is undoubtedly related to the Crocus biflorus complex. However, the species differs from its relatives by typically sagittate anthers, and flowers without prominent stripes on outer segments. Diagnostic morphological characters are discussed and high resolution images are presented.Research Fund of Istanbul Univ.Istanbul University [4155]We are grateful to Prof. Dr Orhan Kucuker and Dr Hasan Yildirim for their scientific advice. This work was supported by the Research Fund of Istanbul Univ., project no. 4155