Crocus serotinus

Crocus serotinus, known as the late-flowering crocus, is a member of the Iridaceae family and can be found in Portugal where it thrives in light to partial shade with dry to moist conditions. This small bulbous plant grows to about 0.1 meters in height and prefers well-drained soil that is either sandy or medium-textured. It is both edible, with its corms being the part used, and has documented medicinal uses. Its distinctive feature lies in its late blooming period, often flowering after other spring crocuses have finished their cycle, adding a vibrant splash of color to gardens well into summer.