Frequently (and not so frequently) Asked Questions
BRIEF: Do you have a picture of Meadow Saffron?
QUESTION:
I am looking for a picture and information about Meadow Saffron (Colchicum
autumnale, Family: N.O. Liliaccae)
and gene therapy information.
ANSWER:
I think I have a picture somewhere.
try here:
http://www.ansci.cornell.edu/courses/as625/625fieldtrip98/colchium.jpg
This plant has a seriuos toxin that fouls up cell division and is used to induce
polyploidy in plant cells. I am not sure what its application to gene therapy
might be.