Although Colchicums can be confused with Crocuses, Colchicums have three styles and six stamens while Crocuses have only one style and three stamens.
Crocus sativus, commonly known as saffron crocus, or autumn crocus, is a species of flowering plant of the Crocus genus in the iris family Iridaceae. Colchicum and Crocus look alike and can be confused by the casual observer. However, colchicums have 3 styles and 6 stamens, while crocuses have 1 style and 3 stamens. 
