A closely related species to C. bulbosa (cava), cave root, from the Balkans, Crimea, Caucasus and north-western Iran, among others. It is characterised by completely ovate to elliptical leaf lobes, but because of its wide distribution, other leaf shapes closer to C. bulbosa occur. The flowers are creamy white to creamy yellow (B).
Data sheet
Preferred Placement
Color
creamy white-creamy yellow
Bulb size
I.
Bulb Spacing
5
Planting Depth
6-8
Height in cm.
20-25
Flowering time in the months
3-4
. Available to order from July 2025
A closely related species to C. bulbosa (cava), cave root, from the Balkans, Crimea, Caucasus and north-western Iran, among others. It is characterised by completely ovate to elliptical leaf lobes, but because of its wide distribution, other leaf shapes closer to C. bulbosa occur. The flowers are creamy white to creamy yellow (B).