Autumn Crocus (Meadow Saffron)
Colchicum autumnale
The original source of colchicine, used historically for acute gout flares.
Traditional use (european-folk): The original source of colchicine, used historically for acute gout flares.
The original source of colchicine, used historically for acute gout flares.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- The original source of colchicine, used historically for acute gout flares.
Evidence strength: historical.
- See the evidence level above
- Extremely toxic with a narrow margin — never self-administer; medical use only.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Extremely toxic with a narrow margin — never self-administer; medical use only.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.