Iris

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iris

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Other common names

fleur-de-lis, fleur-de-lys, flower-delice, flower-de-luce, poor man's orchid, rainbow flower, flag, sword lily

Synonyms

× Pardancanda
Pardanthopsis
Belamcanda
Hermodactylus

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Botanical Details

Family
Iridaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Genus
Iris may be rhizomatous or bulbous perennials, with narrow leaves and erect stems bearing flowers with 3 large spreading or pendent fall petals, alternating with 3 erect, often smaller, standard petals, in late winter, spring or early summer
Name Status
Correct