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Meadow Saffron is...

Meadow Saffron is

A

Gloriosa superba

B

Smilax zeylanica

C

Colchicum luteum

D

Urginea maritima.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about "Meadow Saffron" and its scientific classification or name. 2. **Identifying the Scientific Name**: From the video transcript, it is mentioned that "Meadow Saffron" is scientifically known as "Colchicum luteum". 3. **Determining the Family**: The transcript states that "Colchicum luteum" belongs to the family "Colchicaceae". 4. **Analyzing the Options**: The options provided include: - Gloriosa superba - Similex - Xelencia - Colchicum luteum - Organia - Martimia 5. **Evaluating Each Option**: - **Gloriosa superba**: This is known as Glory Lily, so it is incorrect. - **Similex**: This is a plant species used for medicinal purposes, so it is incorrect. - **Xelencia**: Not mentioned in the context, but based on the transcript, it is likely incorrect. - **Colchicum luteum**: This is the correct scientific name for Meadow Saffron. - **Organia**: Not mentioned in the context, but based on the transcript, it is likely incorrect. - **Martimia**: Not mentioned in the context, but based on the transcript, it is likely incorrect. 6. **Conclusion**: The correct answer to the question "Meadow Saffron is" is **Colchicum luteum**.
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