Lectotypification of the name Crocus sativus var. vernus L. (Iridaceae) and its consequences within Crocus ser. Verni

The typification of the Linnaean name Crocus sativus var. vernus is discussed. A lectotype is designated from the Burser Herbarium at UPS. Due to changes in taxonomy and this lectotypification, it has not been possible to maintain the pres- ent strict usage of the name. Crocus vernus (L.) Hill should correctly be applied to the plants previously known as C. vernus subsp. albiflorus (Kit.) Ces. (≡ C. albiflorus Kit.). The next available name for the species to which the name C. vernus subsp. vernus has been misapplied is C. neapolitanus (Ker Gawl.) Loisel.