Colchicum autumnale is a member of

Brassicaceae

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Liliaceae

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Poaceae

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Fabaceae

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Solution

The correct option is B Liliaceae
Colchicum autumnale is commonly called as autumn crocus or naked lady. It is used as a homeopathic remedy. Corm of Colchicum autumnale is a source of an alkaloid colchicine used to induce polyploidy. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Thus, the correct answer is option B.

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