Claim: Although Colchicums can be confused with Crocuses, Colchicums have three styles and six stamens while Crocuses have only one style and three stamens.
Evidence: 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.